Stratified squamous epithelium is found in

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(B) The epidermis of the skin in vertebrates consists of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium. In this tissue,the cells of the upper layers are

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(B) The epidermis of the skin in vertebrates consists of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium. In this tissue,the cells of the upper layers are dead and contain an insoluble fibrous protein called keratin,which provides protection against abrasion and water loss. While the buccal cavity also contains non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium,the epidermis is the classic example of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium.

Column-$I$	Column-$II$
$(a)$. Squamous epithelium	$(i)$ Lining of intestine
$(b)$. Cuboidal epithelium	$(ii)$ Ovary
$(c)$. Columnar epithelium	$(iii)$ Blood vessels
$(d)$. Ciliated epithelium	$(iv)$ Bronchioles

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Match the following:
Column-$I$ Column-$II$
$(a)$. Squamous epithelium $(i)$ Lining of intestine
$(b)$. Cuboidal epithelium $(ii)$ Ovary
$(c)$. Columnar epithelium $(iii)$ Blood vessels
$(d)$. Ciliated epithelium $(iv)$ Bronchioles

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