SIMPLE SQUAMOUS EPITHELIUM

Question 1

Simple squamous epithelium is also known as ___.

Answer 1

PAVEMENT EPITHELIUM

Question 2

Give the main features of simple squamous epithelium .

Answer 2

Cells are flat , scale like and irregular boundaries and are fitted like tiles on the floor.

Question 3

Simple squamous epithelium is found in ?

Answer 3

• Air sacs(alveoli) – diffusion of gases

- Inner lining of the blood vessels and lymph vessels – called endothelium (derived from endoderm)

Question 4

Where are the simple squamous epithelium present ?

Answer 4

• Bowman’s capsule and loop of Henley in kidney

- Coelom(body cavity) – called mesothelium (derived from mesoderm)