Function of Squamous Epithelium

Function of Squamous Epithelium

In this article we will discuss about the function of squamous epithelium

Function of Squamous Epithelium

  • Simple Squamous Epithelium help for transport of materials
  • Alveoli of the lungs a single layer of squamous Epithelium surround and help for gaseous exchange
  • The simple squamous epithelium also lines the Bowman’s capsule of the nephrons in the kidney and help for filtration of waste from blood
  • The simple squamous epithelium in the intestine, where the cells produce mucus, reducing the friction created due to the movement of food particles through the intestine
  • The simple squamous epithelium forming the mesothelium facilitated the movement of the viscera and the active transport of fluid by the process of pinocytosis
  • Simple squamous epithelial cells form a membrane that allows selective diffusion of materials to pass through
  • Across the surface of this tissue, various physiological processes such as diffusion, osmosis and filtration occur.

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On the basis of presence of keratin protein stratified Squamous epithelium is two types:- Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium and Non keratinized stratified squamous epithelium

Simple Squamous Epithelium help for transport of materials. Alveoli of the lungs a single layer of squamous Epithelium surround and help for gaseous exchange and in the intestine, where the cells produce mucus, reducing the friction created due to the movement of food particles through the intestine.

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