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Chapter 33: Q.13 (page 945)

Which type of epithelial cell is found in glands?

a. squamous

b. cuboidal

c. columnar

d. transitional

Short Answer

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The correct answer is (b) cuboidal

The cuboidal type of epithelial cells found in the glandular tissue.

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Step1. Introduction

Epithelial tissue tissue that either lines or covers organs or other tissues.

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Explanation for correct answer

(b) cuboidal

Cuboidal epithelia epithelia made of cube-shaped cells, specialized in glandular functions.

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Explanation For Incorrect options

a. squamous

Squamous epithelia type of epithelia made of flat cells, specialized in aiding diffusion or preventing abrasion.

c. columnar

Columnar epithelia epithelia made of cells taller than they are wide, specialized in absorption.

d. transitional

Transitional epithelia epithelia that can transition for appearing multilayered to simple; also called uroepithelia.

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