At what point in the large intestine does the epidermis change from stratified squamous non-keratinized tissue like the oral cavity to stratified squamous keratinized tissue like the skin?
A)descending colon
B)internal anal sphincter
C)anus
D)rectum
E)sigmoid colon

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The transition from stratified squamous non-keratinized epithelium to stratified squamous keratinized epithelium occurs at the anus. This change reflects the transition from mucosal to skin tissue, adapting to the external environment.

At What Point in the Large Intestine Does the Epidermis