Question

TEST YOURSELF
1. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(0) The epithelial cells are attached to the underlying tissues by
(a) Cell membrane
(b) Glandular cells (c) Basement membrane

(1) The cells in this epithelium are extremely thin and flat, arranged edge to edge forming a delicate lining,
It is
(a) Squamous epithelium (b) Columnar epithelium (c) Cuboidal epithelium

(III) The hair-like projections arise from the outer surface of the cells of
(a) Cuboidal epithelium
(b) Ciliated epithelium (c) Squamous epithelium

(iv) This epithelium is folded to form glands such as tear glands. It is
(a) Stratified epithelium
(b) Sensory epithelium (c) Glandular epithelium

2. Read the following statements. Tick mark (1) the statements which pertain to the functions of the
epithelium :

(0) It provides protection against mechanical injury

(II) It provides protection against infection by
microorganisms.

(III) It helps in transport of materials

(iv) It helps in respiratory gas exchange.

(V) It provides rigidity and support

(vi) It provides flexibility in the body,

(vii) It brings about movement of body parts.

Answer 1

Answer:

Basement membrane

squamous epithelium

ciliated epithelium

glandular epithelium

epithelium provides protection against mechanical injury, it provides protection against infection by microorganism ,it helps in respiratory gas exchange

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Answer 2

Answer:

1

0-(c)

1-(a)

3-(b)

4-(c)

2

0-cell wall

2-immune system

3-xylem and phloem