The Ability of Epithelial Tissue to Constantly Divide

question 27

Multiple Choice

The ability of epithelial tissue to constantly divide

• A) is a disadvantage in areas of the body where tissue undergoes a lot of wear and tear, such as the digestive tract.
• B) makes epithelial tissue more likely to become cancerous than other tissues.
• C) results in an inability to replace damaged tissue.
• D) makes it similar to nervous tissue.
• E) makes it an unsuitable tissue type for the outer layer of skin. The ability of epithelial tissue to continually divide is a disadvantage in that it makes these tissues more susceptible to cancer. However, it is an advantage in areas of high wear and tear, such as the lining of the digestive tract and the skin.

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