Question

Which of the following statement is false about the compound epithelium?

I. It consists of several layers
II. It covers the dry surface of the skin, the moist surface of buccal cavity, pharynx, inner lining of ducts of salivary glands and pancreatic ducts
III. It provides protection against chemical and mechanical stresses
IV. Being multilayered it has a great role in secretion and absorption

Answer 1

Compound epithelium is made of more than one layer (multi-layered) of cells and thus has a limited role in secretion and absorption.
Their main function is to provide protection against chemical and mechanical stresses. They cover the dry surface of the skin, the moist surface of buccal cavity, pharynx, inner lining of ducts of salivary glands and of pancreatic ducts.