Question

Which of the following is a correct pair?

• A. Ciliated epithelium - Pillar-like cells
• B. Squamous epithelium - Presence of cilia
• C. Cuboidal epithelium - Flat irregular cells
• D. Columnar epithelium - Cube-shaped cells

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Cuboidal epithelium - Flat irregular cells

The correct option is C.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. These cells have a cuboidal shape.
2. They are present in the salivary glands, and kidney tubules.
3. Absorption, secretion, and excretion are their primary functions.
4. It can be found on the inside of the pancreatic ducts and the salivary glands.
5. Cuboidal epithelium has a cube-like shape and a square cross-section.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

1. Ciliated epithelium is simple epithelium made up of cilia.
2. It is capable of pulsatile beating in a specific direction.
3. Ciliated epithelium is found in both the airways and the uterus.

Option B:

1. Squamous epithelium is thin and flat, like plates.
2. These are thin, flat, densely packed cells.
3. The mouth, esophagus, alveoli, and blood vessels are lined with squamous epithelial cells.
4. This tissue protects against mechanical injury.

Option D:

1. Cells in the columnar epithelium are pillar-like and column-like.
2. They can be found in the stomach and intestine linings.
3. Absorption and secretion are two of their functions.

Final answer: Cuboidal epithelium - Flat irregular cells is the correct pair.