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The epithelial layer does not allow the regulation of materials between the body and the external environment.


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True
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False
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Solution

The correct option is B False

Epithelial cells:

  1. Squamous epithelial allows the selective transfer of materials between the body and the external environment.
  2. Epithelial cells also contain carrier proteins for the absorption of materials.
  3. For example- The alveoli of the lungs and the capillaries exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide.

Final Answer: The given statement is False.


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