Protects underlying tissues; Allows certain substances to pass through eg. gases and solutions
Columnar epithelial tissue
Provides support to other cell types; Absorbs food, water and minerals; Contains goblet cells to secrete mucus
Ciliated epithelial tissue
Mucus from goblet cells traps dust; The beating cilia drives out the mucus with the dust
Animal tissues
Squamous
Columnar
Ciliated
Goblet cell
The table below outlines the range of tissues found in animals, as well as the location, appearance and function of each
Further details about these tissues will be given when you come across them again in later sections
Squamous epithelial tissue
A type of tissue that forms a thin, flat layer of cells and protects underlying tissues from damage, infection, and other harmful substances.
Function of squamous epithelial tissue
The main function of squamous epithelial tissue is to protect the underlying tissues from damage, infection, and other harmful substances. It is also selectively permeable, which means that it allows certain substances to pass through, such as gases and solutions.
Location of squamous epithelial tissue
Squamous epithelial tissue is found in many areas of the body, including the lining of the mouth, lungs, and blood vessels.
