Which Type of Epithelial Tissue is Found in the Mouth

Question

Which type of epithelial tissue is found in the mouth?
A) Simple cuboidal epithelium
B) Simple columnar epithelium
C) Stratified squamous epithelium
D) Pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium
E) Transitional epithelium

Accepted Answer

The mouth is lined with stratified squamous epithelium, which is designed to protect against the abrasive activities associated with chewing and ingestion.