Question

what is meant by squamous epithelium​

Answer 1

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⇒ It is a epithelium which is single-layered .

• By looking at it's structure , it is composed of flat cells and uneven boundaries.
• It constructs the lining of alveoli and vessels of blood.

FUNCTION :-

⇒ It's main function is to promote the diffusion process of gases and several small molecules.

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⇒ Squamous cells are those cells that looks like fish-shaped when observed under a microscope.

⇒ Epithelium can be referred as the layer which is located outside that covers all the necessary surfaces of the body including skin , mucous membrane , etc.

⇒ The types of epithelial tissues includes :-

• Glandular
• Cuboidal
• Ciliated
• Columnar and ,
• Squamous epithelium.