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Germinative layer of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium is

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Cuboidal

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Squamous

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C

Pseudo stratified

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D

Transitional

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Solution

The correct option is B Cuboidal
An epithelium tissue acts as a protective layer. The germinative layer of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium is cuboidal. The keratinized layer of a cell at the surface is constantly being shed and replaced.
So, the correct answer is option A.

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