a. Identify the main (general) type of tissue. b. How did you know the answer to part A? (In other woro c. What is something this tissue can do? d. Where might this tissue be found in the body?

A. EPITHELIAL TISSUE This tissue consists of closely aggregated cells which can be found from the lining of the body cavities, ducts of glands, and skin. They are grouped according to shape of the cell, location, and function. 1. Simple squamous. This tissue consists of thin, flat-like cells. It is located in the inner cheek lining of the buccal cavity. This tissue is specialized for protection. 2. Simple columnar. This tissue consists of tall and rectangular cells. It is common in the lining of the stomach and intestine. It is specialized for absorption. 3. Simple cuboidal. This tissue consists of cube-like cells usually found in the lining of the kidney tubules. It is specialized for secretion. 4. 5. Stratified squamous. This tissue consists of many layers of flattened cells usually found in the epidermis of the skin. It is responsible for protection. Glandular epithelium. This epithelial tissue is lined along the body of the glands and ducts of cutaneous glands. OBSERVATIONS: 1.…

1. a. Identify the type of tissue shown below. b. Identify the structure located at the end of the arrow c. Where in the body would you find this tissue type? 2. a. Identify the tissue type shown to the right: b. Where in the body would you find this tissue? 4

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