$A$ student was given a sample of tissue. He observes and concludes the following characters.
$(i)$ The cells are composed of a single layer of tall and slender cells.
$(ii)$ Their nuclei are located at the base.
$(iii)$ Free surface may have microvilli.
$(iv)$ It is found in the lining of stomach and intestine.
$(v)$ They help in secretion and absorption. Based on the above features identify the epithelium.

  • A
    Cuboidal epithelium
  • B
    Columnar Epithelium
  • C
    Squamous epithelium
  • D
    Glandular epithelium

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Match the terms given in column-$I$ with their feature given in column-$II$ and choose the correct option.
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$A$. Exocrine gland$I$. They help to stop substances from leaking across a tissue
$B$. Endocrine gland$II$. Hormones are secreted directly into the fluid bathing the gland
$C$. Tight junctions$III$. They perform cementing to keep neighbouring cells together
$D$. Adhering junctions$IV$. Secretes mucus,saliva,earwax,oil,milk,digestive enzymes and other cell products

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