What are functions of epithelial tissues ?

1.	What are functions of epithelial tissues ?
Answer» (i) It protects the underlying tissues from mechanical and chemical injuries, dehydration and infection. (ii) It act as a selection barriers. (iii) It also forms glands that secrete secretions such as mucus, gastric juice and intestinal juice. (iv) Epithelium of uriniferous tubules, stomach and intestine is absorptive.

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(i) It protects the underlying tissues from mechanical and chemical injuries, dehydration and infection.

(ii) It act as a selection barriers.

(iii) It also forms glands that secrete secretions such as mucus, gastric juice and intestinal juice.

(iv) Epithelium of uriniferous tubules, stomach and intestine is absorptive.

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