Epithelial: Functions and Locations Flashcards
1
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Simple Squamos
A
F: blood-brain barrier, filtration, exchange
2
Q
Simple Cuboidal
A
F: absorption, secretion, barrier, conduit
L: thyroid follicles, renal tubules, ducts of glands
3
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Simple Columnar
A
L: stomach, intestines, and uterine tubes
F: absorption, secretion, barrier
4
Q
Pseudostratified columnar, ciliated
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L: Trachea, bronchi, ducts of male reproductive system (stereocilia are present)
F: secretion, absorption, barrier, transport
5
Q
Stratified squamous
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F: barrier, protection
L: Nonkeratinized in esophagus, distal anal canal, and vagina Keratinized in epidermis
6
Q
Transitional (urothelium)
A
F: barrier, protection, distension
L: ureters, urinary bladder, urethra
