Simple squamous epithelial cells are characterized structurally by their thin, flattened shape, resembling irregularly shaped tiles or scales. They have a centrally located nucleus and sparse cytoplasm. This morphology facilitates rapid diffusion and filtration across the epithelial layer.
Simple squamous epithelial cells are characterized structurally by their thin, flattened shape, resembling irregularly shaped tiles or scales. They have a centrally located nucleus and sparse cytoplasm. This morphology facilitates rapid diffusion and filtration across the epithelial layer.