What is the primary function of most epithelial tissue?

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The epidermis is the thin outer layer that is composed of epithelial cells.Epithelial tissue or thin skin also lines the internal organs.The dermis is the deeper, thicker layer of skin that consists of dense connective tissue.The skin functions as the body's first line of defense against potential invading microbes, acting as an external barrier associated with the immune system (immunological function within the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (OTPF).It also functions in homeostasis, that is, thermoregulation (relatively stable internal body temperature) and osmoregulation (balance among water and electrolytes).The skin also has a role in sensory functions and pain.

What Is the Primary Function of Most Epithelial Tissue