what is the example of stratified squamous tissue?

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Stratified squamous epithelium is of two types: Keratinised: Present in Outer skin, hair, nails, etc (DRY surfaces, prevent water loss) Non-Keratinised: Present in buccal cavity, pharynx, oesophagus, cornea, vagina, etc (WET surfaces, cannot prevent water loss)

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