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differences between sqamous and cuboidal tissues

Simple squamous epithelium

  • Simple squamous epithelium is a single layer of thin and flat cells.

  • The cells are very thin with a delicate lining.

  • Some examples of simple squamous epithelium are the lining of the mouth, oesophagus, lung alveoli and small blood vessels.

  • The skin is also composed of simple squamous epithelium. Epithelial cells in the skin are arranged in many layers to prevent wear and tear. This type of multilayered epithelium is known as stratified squamous epithelium.

Cuboidal epithelium

  • Cuboidal epithelium consists of cube-like cells.

  • These tissues are present in the lining of kidney tubules and ducts of salivary glands.

  • Some special cuboidal cells form the surface of secretory glands and gland cells.

 

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sqamous-In anatomy, squamous epithelium (from Latin squama, "scale") is an epithelium characterised by its most superficial layer consisting of flat, scale-like cells called squamous epithelial cells. Epithelium may be composed of one layer of these cells, in which case it is referred to as simple squamous epithelium, or it may possess multiple layers, referred to then as stratified squamous epithelium. Both types perform differing functions, ranging from nutrient exchange to protection

Cuboidal epithelia-Cuboidal epithelia are epithelial cells having a cube-like shape; that is, their width is approximately equal to their height. They may exist in single layers (simple cuboidal epithelium) or multiple layers (stratified cuboidal epithelium) depending on their location (and thus function) in the body.They also contain mitochondria to provide movement.

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