Being able to readily diffuse material through itself ,such as occurs in alveoli,is a characteristic of which type of epithelial tissue?
A) Stratified columnar
B) Simple columnar
C) Stratified squamous
D) Simple squamous

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Simple squamous epithelial tissue is thin and flat, allowing for easy diffusion of materials through its membrane. This type of tissue is found in areas of the body where efficient diffusion is important, such as the alveoli of the lungs where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged. The other types of epithelial tissues listed (stratified columnar, simple columnar, and stratified squamous) are not as well-suited for diffusion as they are thicker and have more layers of cells.

Being Able to Readily Diffuse Material Through Itself ,Such as Occurs