The various types of epithelium are classified by
A) the size and shape of cells.
B) the shape of cells and number of cell layers.
C) the number of cell layers and size of the cells.
D) the size and location of cells.
E) function and size of cells.

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Epithelial tissues are classified based on the shape of the cells (squamous, cuboidal, columnar) and the number of cell layers (simple, stratified, pseudostratified). These characteristics help in determining the type and function of the epithelium.

The Various Types of Epithelium Are Classified by