Question

__________ epithelium cells are responsible for protecting the skin from injury.

• A. Simple squamous
• B. Simple columnar
• C. Stratified squamous
• D. Ciliated columnar

Answer 1

The correct option is C Stratified squamous

Epithelial cells are known as the protective tissues. It also act as barriers to keep different body systems separate.

• Simple squamous are extremely thin and flat and form a delicate lining. It is present in the inner lining of the mouth and oesophagus.
• Stratified squamous are multiple layers of squamous cells which covers the skin and protects it from injury.
• The function of columnar epithelial cells are to help in secretion and absorption of various substances and therefore, they are found in the inner lining of intestines.
• The ciliated columnar cells have cilia which are hair like structures and help in the movement of mucus.