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Simple squamous epithelium tissue is found in the lining of ___________.
  1. Small intestine
  2. Respiratory tract
  3. Oesophagus
  4. Ducts of salivary glands

A
Small intestine
B
Ducts of salivary glands
C
Oesophagus
D
Respiratory tract
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The columnar epithelium is found in the lining of the small intestine and the respiratory tract.
Cuboidal epithelium forms the lining of the ducts of salivary glands.
Simple squamous epithelial cells are extremely thin and flat and form a delicate lining. It is found in the lining of oesophagus and the lining of the mouth.
So, the correct answer is option D.

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