Examples of organs and structures composed of epithelial tissue include the skin, the lining of the mouth, blood vessels, lung alveoli, and kidney tubules.
What are some examples of organs and structures in the body composed of epithelial tissue?
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Epithelial tissue forms the lining of various organs and structures in the body. Examples include the skin (epidermis), digestive tract (lining of the mouth, stomach, intestines), respiratory tract (lining of the trachea, bronchi), urinary bladder, reproductive tract (uterus, vagina), endocrine glands (thyroid, pancreas), and blood vessels (endothelium). Epithelial tissue serves functions such as protection, absorption, secretion, and selective permeability.