Histology

Question 1

Epithelial

Answer 1

Protective layer covering surfaces in contact with the outside world

Question 2

Cell layers of epithelial

Answer 2

Simple and stratified

Question 3

Simple cell layer

Answer 3

Single layer of cells

Question 4

Stratified

Answer 4

Multiple layers of cells

Question 5

Cell shapes

Answer 5

Squamous: flat in one dimension
Cuboidal: cube shaped
Columnar: shaped like columns

Question 6

Simple squamous epithelium

Answer 6

Found in lungs. Most delicate epithelium
Located where absorption or diffusion take place
Reduces friction

Question 7

Stratified squamous epithelium

Answer 7

Found on surface of skin and lining of mouth. Located where mechanical stress are severe and provide protection against abrasion

Question 8

Simple cuboidal epithelium

Answer 8

Found in kidney and thyroid gland. Resemble hexagonal boxes

Question 9

Stratified cuboidal epithelium

Answer 9

Blood cells, mammary gland, sweat glands.

Question 10

Transitional epithelium

Answer 10

Urinary bladder, uterus . Can change between squamous and cuboidal shape.
Repeated cycles of stretching without damage

Question 11

Simple columnar epithelium

Answer 11

In the small intestine

Question 12

Pseudo stratified ciliated columnar epithelium

Answer 12

Lining of the nasal cavity. Move mucus with cilia

Question 13

Stratified columnar epithelium

Answer 13

Small areas of the pharynx,

Question 14

Glandular epithelium

Answer 14

Gland cells specialized for secretion

Question 15

Endocrine glands

Answer 15

Produce hormones. pituitary and thyroid gland

Question 16

Exocrine gland

Answer 16

Sweat glands