Which of the following epithelium is found in the ducts of glands and tubular parts of the nephrons in kidneys and whose main functions are secretion and absorption?

Squamous epithelium

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Cuboidal epithelium

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Columnar epithelium

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Ciliated epithelium

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Solution

The correct option is B Cuboidal epithelium
The cuboidal epithelium is composed of cube-like cells which may possess villi on their surface to serve the function of secretion and absorption. They are found in the kidney tubules and in the ducts of glands.
Squamous epithelium lines the inner and outer surfaces.
Columnar epithilium is seen mainly in the lining of digestive tract.
Ciliated epithelium is not seen in the ducts of glands.
So the correct option is 'cuboidal epithelium'

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