What type of epithelium contains thin, flat cells stacked upon each other?

A) simple squamous
B) stratified squamous
C) simple cuboidal
D) stratified cuboidal
E) simple columnar

Stratified Squamous

A type of epithelial tissue characterized by multiple layers of flat, closely packed cells, which provides protection against mechanical stress and abrasion.

Simple Cuboidal

Epithelial cells shaped like cubes or squares; these cells are found in glands and ducts and function in secretion or absorption.

Epithelium

a layer of cells forming the epidermis of the skin and the surface layer of mucous and serous membranes, playing roles in protection, secretion, and absorption.