Types on the basis of layers Flashcards
1
Q
Simple
A
single layer of cells
In SIMPLE SQUAMOUS EPITHELIUM
2
Q
Stratified
A
many layers of cells stacked on each other
3
Q
stratified- function
A
prevent wear and tear
4
Q
stratified- location
A
mainly found in the skin
5
Q
Pseudostratified
A
a single layer of cells in which different shapes of cells are present
6
Q
why does pseudostratified are called so when they have a single layer of cells
A
due to different heights and shapes of cells, they appear to have more than one layer of cells, although all the cells are attached to the basement membrane.
7
Q
Pseudostratified-examples
A
1.pseudostratified columnar epithelium
2.pseudostratified cuboidal epithelium
