A transitional epithelium consists of a single layer of rounded, nonkeratinized cells which function to strengthen luminal walls.

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A transitional epithelium is a specialized type of epithelium found in organs that need to stretch, such as the urinary bladder. The cells in this epithelium can change shape and are capable of stretching without breaking. They do not function to strengthen luminal walls.

A Transitional Epithelium Consists of a Single Layer of Rounded