Term
| simple squamous epithelia |
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Definition
loacated: alveoli of lung, cornea of eye, mesothelial lining of ventral body cavities, endothelial lining of heart and blood vessels
Function=reduces friction, controls vessel permiability, performs absorption and secretion |
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Term
| stratified squamous epithelia |
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Definition
located=surface of skin, lining of mouth, anus, vagina
function=provides physical protection against abrasion, pathogens, & chemical attack |
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Term
| simple cuboidal epithelia |
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Definition
located=kidney tubules, various glands and ducts
functions=limited protection, secretion, absorption |
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Term
| stratified cuboidal epithelia |
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Definition
located=lining of ducts
function=protection, secretion, absorption |
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Definition
located=urinary bladder, renal pelvis, ureters
function=permits expansion & recoil after stretching |
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Term
| simple columnar epithelia |
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Definition
located=stomach, intestinal lining, excretory ducts
function=protection, secretion, absorption |
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Term
| pseudostratified columnar epithelia |
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Definition
located=trachea, nasopharynx, bronchi, male reproductive tract
functions=possess cilia, protection, secretion |
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Term
| stratified columnar epithelia |
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Definition
located=ducts of salivary glands, areas of the pharynx, epiglottis, anus, mammary ducts, urethra
function=protection |
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Term
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Definition
| btw epithelial & connective tissues (non-living layer) |
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Term
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Definition
| tissues that cover body surfaces, on inside or outside |
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