Thin squamous tissue exchanges substances, whereas stratified squamous tissue protects.
1. Which tissue forms protective outer layers and lines structures such as blood vessels, alveoli, and kidney tubes?
2. Which characteristic makes squamous epithelium well suited for gas exchange?
3. Which epithelial tissue forms the skin and consists of multiple layers of squamous cells?
What does epithelial tissue form in most animals?
The outer protective layer.
Where is squamous epithelium found?
In the lining of the oesophagus and mouth.
What is the structure of stratified squamous epithelium?
Multiple layers of squamous epithelial cells.
What type of cells make up columnar epithelium?
Elongated, pillar-like cells.
Where does ciliated columnar epithelium occur?
In the respiratory tract, fallopian tubes, and bronchioles.
What feature distinguishes ciliated columnar epithelium?
The presence of cilia on its cells.
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