Flashcards in Mod 4: Types & Function Of Epithelial Tissue Deck (6)
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1
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Simple squamous epithelium
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- Consist of a single layer of flat, scale–like cells
- Allows for ready diffusion or filtration because of thinness
2
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Simple cuboidal Epithelium
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Consist of a single layer of cube–like cells
Secretes and absorbs
3
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Simple columnar epithelium
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Consists of a single layer of columnar cells
Participated in absorption & secretes mucus by goblet cells
4
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Function of the Pseudostratified columnar epithelium
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Provides protection and secretes mucus
5
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Stratified squamous epithelium
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- Multiple layers - Most widespread epithelium in the body
- ## resist abrasion and penetration by pathogens
6
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Transitional epithelium
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Consist of multiple cell layers
When stretched, cell layers decrease & cell shape changes from cuboidal to squamous
- Stretches to allow filling of urinary tract
