While working in a forensic lab, you are given a bit of tissue to analyze. It has several layers. The upper surface consists of dead, flattened cells. As you move deeper into the tissue, the cells look healthier. The bottom layer of cells is actively dividing. Under the dividing layer is an acellular protein goo. You identify the sample as__________ tissue.

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The description matches stratified epithelial tissue, which is characterized by multiple layers of cells with the most superficial layer consisting of dead, flattened cells and deeper layers showing progressively healthier cells, with the bottom layer actively dividing. The "acellular protein goo" mentioned is likely referring to the basement membrane that underlies epithelial tissues.

While Working in a Forensic Lab, You Are Given a Bit