Mod 4: Types & Function Of Epithelial Tissue

Question 1

Simple squamous epithelium

Answer 1

• Consist of a single layer of flat, scale–like cells

- Allows for ready diffusion or filtration because of thinness

Question 2

Simple cuboidal Epithelium

Answer 2

Consist of a single layer of cube–like cells

Secretes and absorbs

Question 3

Simple columnar epithelium

Answer 3

Consists of a single layer of columnar cells

Participated in absorption & secretes mucus by goblet cells

Question 4

Function of the Pseudostratified columnar epithelium

Answer 4

Provides protection and secretes mucus

Question 5

Stratified squamous epithelium

Answer 5

• Multiple layers - Most widespread epithelium in the body
• ## resist abrasion and penetration by pathogens

Question 6

Transitional epithelium

Answer 6

Consist of multiple cell layers
When stretched, cell layers decrease & cell shape changes from cuboidal to squamous
- Stretches to allow filling of urinary tract