Lines the mouth and protects underlying tissues in areas subject to abrasion.
stratified squamous
Located in the alveoli (the air sacs of the lung) and
provides a short distance for the diffusion of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
simple squamous
Forms kidney tubules and is involved in absorption
and secretion.
simple cuboidal
Lines the nasal cavities and moves substances over
the epithelial surfaces
pseudo-stratified ciliated columnar
Froms the mesothelium of the peritoneum and
secretes serous fluid into the peritoneal cavity
simple squamous
Lines the stomach and its microvilli; increases surface
area for absorption and secretion.
simple columnar
Lines the bladder and ureter and is distensible.
transitional