Question

question which of the following properties belong to simple squamous epithelial tissues? select all that apply reduces friction provide protection against mechanical stress strictly involved in secretion efficient in absorption and diffusion

Explanation:

1. Reduces friction: Simple squamous epithelium (e.g., in serous membranes) can reduce friction between organs.
2. Provide protection against mechanical stress: This is more characteristic of stratified epithelia (like stratified squamous) as simple squamous is thin and not built for heavy mechanical stress.
3. Strictly involved in secretion: Glandular epithelia (like cuboidal or columnar) are more associated with secretion; simple squamous is not strictly secretory.
4. Efficient in absorption and diffusion: Due to its thin, single - layered structure, simple squamous epithelium (e.g., in alveoli, capillaries) allows efficient diffusion (of gases, nutrients, etc.) and some absorption.

Answer:

• Reduces friction
• Efficient in absorption and diffusion