Question

what is the kind of epithelium found in our blood vessels?
why?
ciliated epitheliums function is to
select one:
a. transport
b. protection
c. absorption

Explanation:

1. The kind of epithelium in blood vessels is simple squamous epithelium. It is thin and flat which allows for easy diffusion of substances and reduces friction to facilitate smooth blood - flow.
2. Ciliated epithelium has hair - like cilia that move in coordinated waves to transport substances such as mucus and trapped particles. For example, in the respiratory tract, ciliated epithelium moves mucus and foreign particles out of the lungs.

Answer:

1. Simple squamous epithelium
2. a. transport