what is the function of squamous epithelium
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Simple squamous epithelial cells in the kidney enable rapid filtration of the blood and diffusion of small molecules. This process allows the kidneys to remove waste products and excess water from the body in the urine. plz say thanks
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Squamous epithelium is made up of thin, flat, polygonal cells.
They are having disc like structure.
The nucleus is rounded, bulging and centrally located.
They form a structure as that of a floor tile .
The squamous epithelium are of two types :
★ Simple Squamous tissue
★ Stratified Squamous tissue
Location :
They form the lining of nose, pericardial cavity, blood vessels, lung alveoli, coelomic cavity etc .
They are also found in the surface of the skin .
Functions :
• Protection
• Exchange of gases
• Ultrafiltration
• Abrasion
They are having disc like structure.
The nucleus is rounded, bulging and centrally located.
They form a structure as that of a floor tile .
The squamous epithelium are of two types :
★ Simple Squamous tissue
★ Stratified Squamous tissue
Location :
They form the lining of nose, pericardial cavity, blood vessels, lung alveoli, coelomic cavity etc .
They are also found in the surface of the skin .
Functions :
• Protection
• Exchange of gases
• Ultrafiltration
• Abrasion
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