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EPITHELIAL TISSUE |
A covering tissue which protects both the outer surface of the body, as well as the internal organs. Includes epithelia (layers of cells the cover internal and external surfaces) and glands |
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CHARACTERISTICS OF EPITHELIA |
Cells are packed tightly together One surface is exposed Attached to the basement membrane Absence of blood vessels Continual replacement and regeneration |
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FUNCTIONS OF EPITHELIA |
Physical protection Control permeability Provide sensation Produce specialized secretions (endocrine and exocrine) |
