Which of the following types of epithelium is present in the bronchioles and Fallopian tubes?
- Stratified squamous epithelium
- Simple squamous epithelium
- Simple columnar epithelium
- Ciliated epithelium
Answer
(4) Ciliated epithelium
Solution
As per NCERT, columnar or cuboidal cells bearing cilia on their free surface form the ciliated epithelium.
Its function is to move particles or mucus in a specific direction over the epithelium.
It is mainly present in the inner surface of hollow organs like bronchioles and Fallopian tubes.
Answer: (4)