The epithelial tissue present in the respiratory tract and small intestine is:

Squamous

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Cuboidal

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Glandular

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Ciliated columnar

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Solution

The correct option is D Ciliated columnar
The ciliated columnar epithelium is found in the respiratory tract, small intestine, etc. These help in the movement of substances like mucus, food particles, etc.
So, the correct option is 'Ciliated columnar'.

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