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What is columnar epithelium |
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Answer» A simple columnar epithelium is a tissue made of a single layer of long epithelial cells that are often seen in regions where absorptionand secretion are important features. The cells of this epithelium are arranged in a neat row with the nuclei at the same level, near the basal end. In a cross-section of the organ, these cells appear like thin columns, differentiating them from flattened squamous cells and square-shaped cuboidal cells. Among simple epithelia, this sub-type can withstand some degree of wear and tear. |
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