Epithelial Cells

Name the type of epithelium

• simple cuboidal

• simple squamous

• simple columnar

• stratified squamous

Name the type of epithelium

• simple squamous

• stratified squamous

• simple cuboidal

• simple columnar

Where might you find this type of epithelium?

• stomach

• trachea

• small intestine

• lungs

Which types of cells found in this epithelium produce mucus?

• goblet cells

• goblin cells

• neutrophils

• eosinophils

What type of epithelium lines the air sacs in this slide of lung tissue?

• simple cuboidal

• simple columnar

• simple squamous

• pseudostratified columnar

What feature found on the surface of this epithelial layer greatly increases the surface area for absorption?

• cilia

• microvilli

• endoplasmic reticulum

• multiple nuclei

Where in the body would you most likely find this type of cell layer?

• lungs

• heart

• small intestine

• pancreas

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

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

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