Stratified squamous epithelium is tissue that can take a lot of physical wear and tear,but compared with some other tissues,it does not absorb water-soluble materials well.Which of the following is least likely to be lined by stratified squamous epithelium?

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Stratified squamous epithelium is not well-suited for absorption, so it is unlikely to line a tissue involved in a lot of absorption like the small intestine. The mouth, esophagus, and anus all have functions that require a more durable lining, which stratified squamous epithelium provides.

Stratified Squamous Epithelium Is Tissue That Can Take a Lot