Which type of epithelium is involved in a function to move particles or mucus in specific direction?

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 D Ciliated epithelium
When the columnar or cuboidal cells bear cilia on their free surface they are called ciliated epithelium. Their function is to move particles or mucus in a specific direction over the epithelium organs like bronchioles and fallopian tubules.
So, the correct answer is 'Ciliated epithelium'.

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	Column - I		Column - II
(a) (b) (c) (d)	Squamous epithelium Columnar epithelium Cuboidal epithelium Ciliated epithelium	(i) (ii) (iii) (iv)	Gall bladder Oviduct Heart Thyroid gland