1
Where are epithelial tissues found?
Body coverings
Body linings
Glandular tissue
2
What are the functions of the epithelial tissue?
Protection
Absorption
Filtration
Secretion
3
What are epithelial characteristics?
Cells fit closely together
Tissue layer always has one free surface
The lower surface is bound by a basement membrane
Avascular (have no blood supply)
Regenerate easily if well nourished
4
Simple squamous
Single layer of flat cells
Usually forms membranes
Lines body cavities
Lines lungs and capillaries