Simple Columnar Epithelium
Structure
- The columnar epithelium consists of elongated cells which are placed side by side like columns with slightly roader outer free surfaces.
- The nuclei of these cells are elongated and lie near the bases of the cells.
- Some cells of this epithelium contain mucus and look like goblets. These are called goblet cells.
- The epithelium containing goblet cells i.e. mucus-secreting cells along with the underlying connective tissue is called mucosa. These are found in the stomach and intestine.
- Location
- Simple columnar epithelium lines the stomach, intestine, gallbladder and bile ducts.
- The columnar epithelium also forms gastric glands, intestinal glands etc.
Simple columnar epithelium lines the stomach, intestine, gallbladder and bile ducts.
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