Difference Between Columnar And Squamous Epithiliel Tissue - Science - Cell - Structure and Functions

Question

Difference Between Columnar And Squamous Epithiliel Tissue?

Mushtaq Ahmed · Accepted Answer

Columnar
epithelium
Squamous
epithelium

Cells of columnar epithelial
are pillar-like
Cells are present as thin,
delicate, flat lining

They are present in the inner lining of the
intestine and respiratory tract
Present in the lining of the mouth, esophagus, and
skin

Their functions include secretion of mucus and
absorption of digested food
Their function is mainly protection like skin,
diffusion of material etc

Columnar epithelial cells are often marked by the
presence of cilia called ciliated columnar
epithelium
Cilia are absent in the cells of squamous
epithelial tissue

Columnar epithelium	Squamous epithelium
Cells of columnar epithelial are pillar-like.	Cells are present as thin, delicate, flat lining.
They are present in the inner lining of the intestine and respiratory tract.	Present in the lining of the mouth, esophagus, and skin.
Their functions include secretion of mucus and absorption of digested food.	Their function is mainly protection like skin, diffusion of material etc. .
Columnar epithelial cells are often marked by the presence of cilia called ciliated columnar epithelium.	Cilia are absent in the cells of squamous epithelial tissue.