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Single layer of thin, flat cells. Identify the tissue type
simple squamous
What is the function of simple columnar
absorption and secretion
Identify the location of stratified squamous
epidermis of skin
Single layer of cells about as tall as they are wide. Identify the tissue type
simple cuboidal
What is the function of pseudostratified columnar
protection; secretion of mucin and movement of mucus
Identify the location of stratified cuboidal
some ducts of most exocrine glands and ovarian follicles
Two or more layers of cells at the apical surface are taller than they are wide. Identify the tissue type
stratified columnar
What is the function of transitional
accommodate urine volumn change in the urinary bladder
Identify the location of areolar connective tissue
skin; deep skin; surrounds organs, nerve cells
Densely packed, parallel arrays of collagen fibers; with few fibroblasts and scarce ground substance. Identify the tissue type
dense regular connective tissue
Identify the function of adipose connective tissue
stores energy; insulates, cushions and protects
Identify the location of dense irregular connective tissue
reticular layer of the dermis; some organ capsules