Columnar epithelium in the intestine facilitates absorption and secretion.

Columnar epithelium is found in the inner lining of the intestine and the respiratory tract.

“Squama” means scale of skin, reflecting the thin and flat nature of the cells in this type of epithelium.

The arrangement of epithelial cells in the skin is referred to as stratified squamous epithelium.

Epithelial cells in the skin are arranged in many layers to prevent wear and tear.