Q.

Which of the following statements is not true about epithelial tissue?

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a

It provides a covering or a lining for some part of the body.

b

The tissue has a free surface, which faces a body fluid or the outside environment.

c

All epithelia contain blood vessels that provide nutrients to the cells.

d

The cells are compactly packed with little intercellular matrix.

answer is D.

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Epithelial tissues are avascular and obtain nourishment from the blood vessels of the underlying connective tissue.

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