Function of Epithelial Tissue, Covers body surface and lines body cavities., Glandular Epithelium, Forms gland that produce and release substances., Endocrine Gland, Release hormones into the bloodstream., Exocrine Gland, Release substances through ducts., Squamous, Flat, thin cells that allow materials to pass through easily., Cuboidal, Cube shaped cells that absorb nutrients and produce secretions., Columnar, Tall cells that absorb and secrete substance., Simple, One layer of cells., Stratified, Multiple layer of cells., Pseudostratified, One layer of cell that looks like multiple layer., Apical Surface, Upper side exposed to the outside or an internal cavity., Basal Surface, Bottom side attached to the basement membrane., Basement Membrane, Holds epithelial tissue together and connects it to connective tissue.

Epithelial Tissue

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