Modifications of Epithelial Cells Flashcards
1
Q
Cilia
A
L- Outside of epithelial cells, trachea
F- moves materials up, mucus, and particles out of the body
S- little hair like structures
2
Q
Flagellas
A
L- On a moving cell
F- moves cells
S- Sperm
3
Q
Microvilli
A
L- small intestine
F- increases absorption
S- folds that increase surface area of membrane,
4
Q
Gobletcells
A
L- Trachea
F- Secretes protective fluid onto the free surface
S- small pouches of mucus/secrecious liquid
5
Q
Keratinization
A
L- Skin, fingernails
F- production of a protein that provides a dry, tough protective covering
S- layer on the edge of the skin
