The Oral Mucosa Has ________ Epithelium

Question

The oral mucosa has ________ epithelium.
A) simple squamous
B) stratified squamous
C) pseudostratified
D) stratified columnar
E) transitional

Accepted Answer

The oral mucosa is a type of mucous membrane that lines the oral cavity, which is subject to constant mechanical stress due to activities such as speaking and chewing. As a result, the epithelium of the oral mucosa is stratified squamous, which provides durability and protection against abrasion and injury.