Epithelial Tissue Flashcards
Where is simple squamous location found at?
Alveoil of the lungs
What is the function of simple squamous?
1.Reduces friction
2.allows diffusion
What is the location of stratifed squamous?
1.throat
2.rectum
What is the function of the stratified squamous?
1.Physical protection against abrasion
2.pathogen
3.chemical attack
What is the location of simple cubiodal?
1.Glands
2.Ducts
What is the function of simple cubiodal?
1.Limited protection
2.secretion
3. absorption
What is the location of stratified cuboidal?
- Lining of some ducts (rare)
What is the function of stratified cuboidal?
1.Protection
2.Secretion
3.absorption
What is the location of Transitional?
1.urinary bladder
2. renal pelvis
What is the function of Transitional?
1.Permits expansion
2. Recoils after stretching
What is the location of simple columnar?
1.intestine
2. gallbladder
What is the function of simple columnar?
1.Proctection
2.Secretion
3.absorption
What is the location of the Pseudostratified ciliated columnar?
- Lining of nasal cavity
2.trachea
What is the function of the Pseudostratified cillated columnar?
- Protection
2.secretion
What is the location of the stratified columnar epithelium?
1.Small areas of pharynx
2. epiglottis
3.anus
4.salivary gland ducts
5. urethra