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What is the "Epithelium" |
Thin layer of tissue that essentially covers all free surfaces of the body. It acts as a barrier between the tissue underneath and the environment above. |
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What are the three purposes of epithelial tissue? |
1. Provide protection to tissue underneath it 2. Control nutrient flow to underlying tissue 3. Aid in sensory communication to the nervous system |
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What are the two structural classifications of epithelial cells |
1. Simple Epithelium- one layer of cells 2. Stratified Epithelium- multiple layers of cells |
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What are the three cell type classifications for epithelial tissue? |
1. Cuboidal, square in shape 2. Squamous, long and flat 3. Columnar, tall and skinny |
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What is transition epithelial tissue? |
A type of epithelial tissue that resembles stratified cuboidal, but exists in areas like the bladder and can change dramatically in shape with stretching and relaxation |
