Which of the following characteristics of tissues and cells would aid in diffusion or the movement of materials into and out of the body through the epithelium?
A) multiple layers of relatively flat, thin cells
B) a single layer of relatively flat, thin cells
C) multiple layers of cuboidal cells
D) a single layer of cuboidal cells
E) multiple layers of columnar cells

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A single layer of relatively flat, thin cells would allow for easy diffusion and movement of materials through the epithelium. Multiple layers or cuboidal/columnar cells would create a barrier for diffusion.

Which of the Following Characteristics of Tissues and Cells Would