Classification of Epithelia

Question 1

Capillaries, membrane linings.

Diffusion. Filtration.

Answer 1

Simple Squamous Epithelium

Question 2

Secretion. Absorption.

Ovaries. Kidney Tubules.

Answer 2

Simple Cuboidal Epithelium

Question 3

Absorption.

Digestive tract.

Answer 3

Simple Columnar Epithelium

Question 4

Protective covering from friction.

Skin. Mouth. Esophagus.

Answer 4

Stratified Squamous Epithelium

Question 5

Excretion. Secretion.

Sweat glands. Salivary glands.

Answer 5

Stratified Cuboidal Epithelium

Question 6

Urinary bladders.

Stretching.

Answer 6

Transitional Epithelium

Question 7

Respiratory tract. Trachea.

Secrete mucus. Protection from foreign particles.

Answer 7

Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium

Question 8

One or more cells responsible for secreting a particular product.

Secretions contain protein molecules in an aqueous fluid.

Secretion is an active process.

Answer 8

Glandular Epithelia

Question 9

Hormones diffuse into blood vessels.

Ductless.

Answer 9

Endocrine Glands

Question 10

Secretions empty through ducts to the epithelial surface.

Sweat glands. Liver. Pancreas.

Answer 10

Exocrine Glands

Question 11

Figure obtained from a microscope.

Answer 11

Photomicrograph