The Free Surface of an Epithelial Tissue is The

Question

The free surface of an epithelial tissue is the:
A)basal lamina.
B)reticular lamina.
C)apical surface.
D)basement membrane.

Accepted Answer

The free surface of an epithelial tissue is the apical surface, which faces the external environment or internal cavity. The basal lamina and reticular lamina are layers of the basement membrane, which separates the epithelial tissue from underlying connective tissue.