Which of the Following Statements About General Features of Epithelial

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about general features of epithelial tissues is false?

• A) Epithelia are generally avascular
• B) Epithelial tissues are capable of forming ducts and branching
• C) They form both exocrine and endocrine glands
• D) They have an extracellular matrix primary composed of Type I collagen fibers
• E) They are always morphologically bound to underlying connective tissue

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Definitions:

Banded Iron Formations

Sedimentary rocks consisting of alternating layers of iron-rich minerals and silica, significant as a source of iron and as evidence of Earth's oxygenation.

Sedimentary Rocks

Rocks formed by the accumulation and consolidation of sediment, especially fragments of rocks, minerals, and organic matter.

Magnetite

A magnetic mineral form of iron oxide, often used as an iron ore or in magnetic applications.

Hematite

An iron oxide mineral, often reddish-brown, used as an ore of iron and in various industrial and artistic applications.