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What is epithelial tissues? Explain and it's types.
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Gaurav Seth 4 years ago

TYPES OF TISSUES  STRUCTURE  FUNCTION EXAMPLE 
Simple Squamous It forms a single layer of flat cells which is in contact with the basal lamina. It helps in the filtration or diffusion of molecules. Lining of Bowman's capsule
Simple Cuboidal It forms a single thick layer and is  made of cube-shaped cells.  It helps in secretions. Lines the salivary glands
Simple Columnar  It forms a uni-layered, elongated shaped cells. It helps in the secretion of  digestive fluids and absorbs nutrients. Lining layer of intestinal mucosa 
Pseudostratified  It appears 2-3 layered (but in actual it is single layered). It helps in removing mucus. Lines the respiratory tracts 
Stratified Squamous It consists of squamous (flattened) epithelial cells arranged in layers over a basal membrane.  It forms a protective layer, block diffusion/microbes.  Epidermis of skin
Transitional The shape of the surface cells changes/ transition depending on the degree of stretch. It allows considerable stretching. Lining of the urinary bladder
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