Question

This tissue type consists of single-layer of box-shaped cells that have a centrally located

nucleus. What are the primary functions of this tissue type?
(16 Points)
A. protection it lines underlying layers and may undergo keratinization
B. secretion and absorption found in the kidneys and in secretion glands
C. protection and lining, its distensibility allows it to expand and keeps diffusion from occurring
D. diffusion it functions in the exchange of gases in the lungs and lines blood and lymph vessels as well as
body cavities

Answer 1

B. secretion and absorption found in the kidneys and in secretion glands

Step-by-step explanation:

This type of epithelia is called simple cuboidal epithelia. It's present in glands(salivary glands, sweat glands) and in the collecting ducts of the kidney where, for example, it releases potassium ions or hydrogen ions in exchange for sodium(physiological process mediated by aldosterone).