Question

ASSERTION (A)-The inner lining of intestine has tall epithelial cells.
REASON(R)-Columnar epithelium facilitates absorption and secretion.
A) O Both A and Rare true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B) O Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C) O Ais true but R is false.
D) O Both A and R are false.​

Answer 1

Answer:

A

Explanation:

Simple columnar epithelial cells with microvilli secrete digestive enzymes and absorb digested food

Answer 2

A) O Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

• The tall epithelial tissue also called as the columnar epithelial tissue are present on the inner lining of our intestines.
• Since columnar cells have function of absorption and secretion so they are generally tall and coloumn shaped.
• The presence of microvilli on the surface of these tissues is another important characteristic that helps in secretion.
• Apart from the inner lining of small intestine , the columnar epithelial tissues are found in uterus, bronchi etc.