Which of the types of epithelial free surfaces is correctly matched with its function?
A) smooth - decreases friction
B) with microvilli - cell moves from place to place
C) ciliated - increased surface area
D) All of these are correctly paired.

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Smooth epithelial surfaces decrease friction, allowing organs to slide easily against each other or the walls of cavities, for example, in the pleural, pericardial, and peritoneal spaces. Microvilli increase surface area for absorption, not movement, and ciliated surfaces help move substances over the epithelial surface, not increase surface area.

Which of the Types of Epithelial Free Surfaces Is Correctly