Multiple choice

In human beings, the moist surface of buccal cavity, pharynx and inner lining of salivary glands are lined by __________.

  1. the squamous epithelium

  2. the cuboidal epithelium

  3. the columnar epithelium

  4. the ciliated epithelium

  5. the compound epithelium

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E Correct answer
Explanation

It is made up of more than one layer of cells and has a limited role in secretion and absorption. Their main function is to provide protection against stress. They cover dry surface of skin, moist surface of buccal cavity, pharynx and inner lining of salivary glands.