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Question
Which one of the following types of cell is involved in making of the inner walls of blood vessels?
Options
Cuboidal epithelium
Columnar epithelium
Squamous epithelium
Stratified epithelium
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Solution
Squamous epithelium
Explanation:
Squamous epithelium functions for making the inner walls of blood vessels. The major role of squamous epithelium is to carry out the diffusion of gases and small molecules.
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