Which of the following epithelium has microvilli?

Epithelium in the walls of blood vessels

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Epithelium of proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) of nephron

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Epithelium in the lining of stomach

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Epithelium in the inner surface of bronchioles

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The correct option is B Epithelium of proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) of nephron
Microvilli are the small finger like projections on the surface of some epithelial cells. They increase the surface area of the cell in order to facilitate absorption. The epithelium of proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) of nephron in the kidney has microvilli.

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