The type of epithelium that lines the urinary bladder and many urinary passageways is

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Transitional epithelium is a specialized type of stratified epithelium found in the urinary system. It is designed to accommodate stretching and distention without tearing or damage. It is characterized by a variable number of cell layers, with surface cells that can change shape from rounded to flat, depending on the degree of distention of the bladder or urinary passageway.

The Type of Epithelium That Lines the Urinary Bladder and Many