Describe structure, location and functions of cuboidal epithelium.

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Structure:

The cuboidal epithelium is composed of epithelial cells that are cube-like. They have centrally placed nucleus. The cells lie on non-cellular basement membrane.

Location:

The cuboidal epithelium is found in tubular part of nephron of kidney, in some glandular ducts like salivary duct, pancreatic duct.

Function:

Cuboidal epithelium helps mainly in secretion and absorption. It also provides mechanical support.

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