Simple Squamous Epithelium

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Simple Squamous Epithelium
Composed of a single layer of flattened cells
lying on a basement membrane. In section only
their flattened nuclei are often visible.
Function Provides a selective barrier which
allows for filtration, passive diffusion and
pinocytosis.
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A single layer of cuboidal cells with rounded
nuclei, lying on a basement membrane. They are
often found lining ducts and may possess basal
infoldings. Function They transport fluids and
may modify the contents of the lumen by
selective absorption.
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Function Absorption, lubrication or movement of
luminal contents.
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Uterian tube
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Pseudostratified Epith.
Trachea
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Pseudostratified
Epididymis
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Stratified columnar/cuboidal epith

• Multiple layers of cells in which the surface
  layer is cuboidal or columnar.
• Function Protection or secretion.
• Location examples Male Urethra, Large Glanduclar
  Ducts, Sweat Glands

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Transitional
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Simple Cuboidal Epith
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Simple Cuboidal
Salivary gland