Question

Ciliated columnar epithelium is found in the lining of

• A. Respiratory tract
• B. Kidney tubules
• C. Oesophagus
• D. Mouth

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Respiratory tract

The correct option is A.

Explanation of the correct option :

1. Ciliated columnar epithelium is found in the upper respiratory tract and fallopian tubes of vertebrates.
2. The cilia are present on the free end of the cuboidal or columnar epithelium.
3. These cilia help in the movement of solid particles in one direction.

Final answer: Ciliated columnar epithelium is found in the lining of the respiratory tract.