asked 69.6k views
1 vote
Difference between Squamous epithelium and Stratified epithelium. (Pls answer quick) ​

asked
User Ningk
by
8.5k points

2 Answers

1 vote
In a simple epithelium the cells form a single layer and are all attached to the basement membrane. A stratified epithelium consists of multiple layers of cells in which only the basal layer is attached to the basement membrane. Hope it helps
answered
User Bruce Ferguson
by
7.7k points
2 votes

Answer:

squamous epithelium consists of a single layer of flat cells. It is found in lungs,heart and blood vessels.It allows the movement of materials across it.

stratified epithelium has many layer of flat cells.It is present in lining of oesophagus and mouth and also over the skin

Welcome to Qamnty — a place to ask, share, and grow together. Join our community and get real answers from real people.