Question

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which of the following are characteristics of simple squamous epithelium?
single layer of cells
specialized for diffusion
cells are thin and flat
cells are ciliated
specialized for protection

Explanation:

Simple squamous epithelium consists of a single layer of thin and flat cells, which makes it well - suited for diffusion processes. Ciliated cells are not a characteristic of simple squamous epithelium, and it is not specialized for protection as its thin structure is not ideal for that function.

Answer:

• single layer of cells
• specialized for diffusion
• cells are thin and flat