Which of the Following Epithelia Can Be Keratinized

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following epithelia can be keratinized?

• A) simple columnar epithelium
• B) transitional epithelium
• C) stratified squamous epithelium
• D) stratified columnar epithelium

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Definitions:

Xanthophylls

A class of oxygen-containing carotenoid pigments responsible for many of the yellow, orange, and red hues in plants.

Alginic Acid

A polysaccharide distributed widely in the cell walls of brown algae, used as a food thickener and pharmaceutical ingredient.

Brown Algae

A large group of mostly marine, multicellular algae, including many seaweeds commonly found in colder waters.

Emulsifying Agent

A substance that helps to mix two immiscible liquids, such as oil and water, to form a stable mixture called an emulsion.