The type of epithelium that lines the urinary bladder and may include some binucleated cells is called ____________ epithelium.
A)stratified squamous nonkeratinized
B)stratified squamous keratinized
C)pseudostratified
D)transitional
E)simple squamous

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Transitional epithelium is specialized for stretching and can tolerate distension and relaxation without damage. It is found in organs that undergo stretching such as the urinary bladder. It can have some binucleated cells due to cell division without cytokinesis, which is necessary for regeneration and repair. Stratified squamous nonkeratinized and keratinized are found in areas of the body exposed to mechanical and chemical stress such as the skin and oral cavity. Pseudostratified epithelium is found in the respiratory tract and male reproductive tract. Simple squamous epithelium is found in areas where exchange of gases or filtration is necessary, such as the lungs or kidneys.

The Type of Epithelium That Lines the Urinary Bladder and May