Multiple Choice
When you look at another person, what do you see?
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4. Tissues & Histology
Stratified Epithelial Tissues
Multiple Choice
Before rubber was used in inflatable balls used in sports, people would inflate animal bladders to make the inner part of a ball. Which tissue type would make this possible?
A
Stratified squamous epithelium.
B
Transitional epithelilum.
C
Pseudostratified columnar epithelium.
D
Simple squamous epithelium.
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the function of transitional epithelium: This tissue type is specialized to stretch and return to its original shape, which is crucial for structures that need to expand and contract, such as the urinary bladder.
Consider the properties of the other tissue types: Stratified squamous epithelium is designed for protection and is found in areas subject to abrasion. Simple squamous epithelium is thin and allows for diffusion, while pseudostratified columnar epithelium is involved in secretion and movement of mucus.
Identify the requirements for inflating a bladder: The tissue must be able to stretch significantly without tearing, which aligns with the properties of transitional epithelium.
Eliminate the incorrect options: Stratified squamous, simple squamous, and pseudostratified columnar epithelia do not have the necessary elasticity and stretchability for this function.
Conclude that transitional epithelium is the correct tissue type for inflating animal bladders, as it can accommodate changes in volume and pressure.
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