Question

which type of epithelial tissue would be the least protective? stratified keratinized stratified nonkeratinized simple columnar transitional simple squamous question 2 1 pts microscopic folds that extend from the apical surface of certain epithelia to increase the surface area for absorption and secretion are called cilia microvilli flagella mucus desmosomes

Explanation:

1. Simple squamous epithelium is a single - layer of flat cells. It is thin and delicate, making it the least protective among the options. Stratified tissues have multiple layers which offer more protection, and transitional epithelium is specialized for stretching and has some protective qualities.
2. Microvilli are microscopic folds on the apical surface of certain epithelia that increase surface area for absorption and secretion. Cilia are for movement of substances across the cell surface, flagella are for cell movement, mucus is a secretion, and desmosomes are cell - to - cell junctions.

Answer:

1. Simple squamous
2. Microvilli