Which of the Below Tissues Forms the Exchange Surfaces of the Alveolus

Question

Which of the below tissues forms the exchange surfaces of the alveolus?
A)stratified squamous epithelium
B)ciliated pseudostratified columnar epithelium with goblet cells
C)simple squamous epithelium
D)hyaline cartilage
E)columnar connective tissue with goblet cells

Accepted Answer

Simple squamous epithelium forms the exchange surfaces of the alveolus. This type of epithelium allows for efficient diffusion of gases between the air in the alveoli and the blood in the capillaries.