________ epithelium is associated with rapid transport of substances through a membrane, whereas ________ epithelium is associated with resistance to abrasion.
A) Simple columnar; transitional
B) Simple squamous; stratified squamous
C) Simple cuboidal; pseudostratified
D) Pseudostratified; simple squamous
E) Pseudostratified; simple cuboidal

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Simple squamous epithelium is associated with rapid transport of substances due to its thin, single-layer structure, facilitating diffusion and filtration. Stratified squamous epithelium, with its multiple layers, is designed to protect underlying tissues in areas subject to abrasion.

________ Epithelium Is Associated with Rapid Transport of Substances Through