The Tissue That is Thin Enough to Permit Diffusion of Gases

Question

The tissue that is thin enough to permit diffusion of gases in the lungs is:
A)stratified squamous epithelium
B)ciliated epithelium
C)cuboidal epithelium
D)simple squamous epithelium

Accepted Answer

Simple squamous epithelium is the tissue that allows for easy diffusion of gases, especially in the lungs, due to its thin structure and minimal cellular layers.