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Jasmin observed epithelial tissues in different organs.
The table below gives the results of her observation. Study the same and
state the type of epithelial tissues she has observed in the oesophagus,
intestine and kidney tubules.
Organs studied. Characteristics of cells observed
Oesophagus. Extremely thin and flat cells
Inner lining of the intestine. Pillar-like cells
Lining of kidney tubules. Cube-shaped cells
Match the above ​

Answer 1

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The lining (epithelium) of the esophagus down to the lower esophageal sphincter is normally squamous. However, in Barrett's esophagus, columnar epithelium extends to varying degree up into the esophageal body. Figure 2 illustrates the difference between squamous and columnar epithelium.

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