Question

bio - 201 topic 2: cell physiology & tissues
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what is the function of epithelial tissue?
to break down food in the stomach
to cover the internal and external surfaces of the body and provide a barrier against damage
to produce hormones that regulate the body
to transport oxygen to the body
to create new blood cells in the bone marrow

Explanation:

Epithelial tissue lines the internal and external surfaces of the body, acting as a protective barrier against physical, chemical, and biological damage. It does not break down food (stomach - specific enzymes do), produce hormones (endocrine glands do), transport oxygen (red blood cells do), or create new blood cells (bone marrow does).

Answer:

To cover the internal and external surfaces of the body and provide a barrier against damage