Human Anatomy & Physiology (2nd Edition)
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9780134553511
Author: Erin C. Amerman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 4, Problem 5CYR
Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.
a. Epithelial tissues are classified by cell shape and the number of cell layers.
b. Epithelial tissues function in protection, immune defenses, secretion, transport, and sensation.
c. Epithelial tissue is highly vascular.
d. A goblet cell is a unicellular exocrine gland that secretes mucus.
e. Pseudostratified epithelium appears to be simple epithelium but is actually stratified.
f. Stratified epithelia are specialized to allow substances to cross their cells rapidly.
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