Multiple choice

In humans, the inner lining of the mouth, esophagus, and vagina is formed by a _____________.

  1. simple squamous epithelium

  2. stratified squamous epithelium

  3. stratified cuboidal epithelium

  4. stratified columnar epithelium

  5. pseudostratified epithelium

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B Correct answer
Explanation

A stratified squamous epithelium consists of squamous (flattened) epithelial cells arranged in layers upon a basal membrane. It forms the outermost layer of the skin and the inner lining of the mouth, esophagus and vagina.