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Stratified Epithelium
-2 or more cell layers
-Regenerate from below
-Protection
Stratified Squamous Epithelium
-most widespread
-several layers
-protection
-found in areas subject to wear and tear
-forms the external part of the skin and extends a short distance into ever body opening that is directly continuous with the skin
Stratified Cuboidal Epithelium
-rare in the body
-found in ducts of some larger glands
-typically 2 layers of cuboidal cells
Stratified Columnar Epithelium
-small amount found in pharynx, male uthera & lining some glandular ducts
-transition areas it junctions between 2 other types if epithelium
-rare
Transitional Epithelium
-Forms the lining of hollow urinary organs & stretch as they fill with urine
-When filled with urine, it thinks from 6 fell layers to 3
Glandular Epithelia
-Secretion
Types of Epithelium
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