Multiple choice

The lining of the small intestines are an example of what tissue?

  1. Epithelial

  2. Connective

  3. Muscle

  4. Nerve
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Explanation

The lining of the small intestine is composed of simple columnar epithelial tissue, which is specialized for absorbing nutrients and secreting digestive enzymes and mucus. Epithelial tissues always line internal cavities and organs that interface with the external environment or lumen.

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