Question

(iii) Squamous epithelium : Protection ::
__________:Absorption and secretion​

Answer 1

Answer:

Absorption and secretion is performed by cells of epithelium in ducts of glands and kidney tubules.

A) Stratified epithelium performs the function of protection of organs. It does not perform secretion or absorption.

B) Squamous epithelium forms diffusion membranes. It does not perform secretion or absorption.

C) Ciliated epithelium moves particles in a specific direction over epithelium. It does not perform secretion or absorption.

D) Cuboidal epithelium forms epithelium of duct glands and performs secretion and absorption.

So, the answer is 'cuboidal epithelium'.