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- 1. Multiple Choice
Name the type of epithelium
simple cuboidal
simple squamous
simple columnar
stratified squamous
- 2. Multiple Choice
Name the type of epithelium
simple squamous
stratified squamous
simple cuboidal
simple columnar
- 3. Multiple Choice
Where might you find this type of epithelium?
stomach
trachea
small intestine
lungs
- 4. Multiple Choice
Which types of cells found in this epithelium produce mucus?
goblet cells
goblin cells
neutrophils
eosinophils
- 5. Multiple Choice
What type of epithelium lines the air sacs in this slide of lung tissue?
simple cuboidal
simple columnar
simple squamous
pseudostratified columnar
- 6. Multiple Choice
What feature found on the surface of this epithelial layer greatly increases the surface area for absorption?
cilia
microvilli
endoplasmic reticulum
multiple nuclei
- 7. Multiple Choice
Where in the body would you most likely find this type of cell layer?
lungs
heart
small intestine
pancreas
- 8. Multiple Choice
What physiological functions are enhanced by epithlial cells bearing microvilli and cilia?
increased surface area for absorption & capturing debris
decreased surface area for absorption & capturing debris
increased surface area for absorption of oxygen
decreased surface area for absorption of oxygen
- 9. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT a main function of epithelial tissues?
covering exposed surfaces
lining internal passageways
producing glandular secretions
contracting to produce movement
- 10. Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements is FALSE?
Epithlial tissues often cover exposed surfaces
Epithelial tissues are named by the number of cell layers and the shape of the cells
Pseudostratified columnar cells have microvilli on them for increased absorption
Stratified squamous epithelium can be found on the skin and lining the esophagus
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