Types of Epithelium Lining

Question 1

What is Simple Squamous cell Epithelium?

Answer 1

This is a single layer of flat cells and lines the Cardio vascular system and Lymphatic system.
They are present in sites of filtration, diffusion and secretion.

Question 2

What are simple Cuboidal cells?

Answer 2

This type of lining is a single layer of Cuboidal cells with a centrally located nucleus.
It covers the surface of the ovaries, lines the Anterior capsule of lens of the eyes.
It performs Secretion and absorption.

Question 3

What is Non-ciliated Simple Columnar Epithelium?

Answer 3

This is a single layer of non-ciliated columlike cells with oval nuclei.
They are used for Secretion and absorption.
They are located in the gastrointestinal tract including the ducts and glands. Also the Gallbladder.