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Columnar epithelium is present in :...

Columnar epithelium is present in :

A

Stomach

B

Intestine

C

Buccal cavity

D

Both (1) and (2)

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Columnar Epithelium**: - Columnar epithelium consists of tall, pillar-like cells that are narrower at the base and broader at the free end. - Each cell has an oval-shaped nucleus located towards the base, and it is typically uninucleate (having one nucleus). 2. **Identifying Locations of Columnar Epithelium**: - Columnar epithelium is primarily found in the lining of certain organs in the digestive system. - It is present in the stomach and the intestine, where it plays a role in absorption and secretion. 3. **Analyzing the Options**: - The options provided are: - a) Stomach - b) Intestine - c) Buccal cavity - d) Both 1 and 2 (stomach and intestine) - The buccal cavity is lined by stratified squamous epithelium, not columnar epithelium. 4. **Conclusion**: - Since columnar epithelium is found in both the stomach and intestine, the correct answer is option d) Both 1 and 2. **Final Answer**: Columnar epithelium is present in both the stomach and intestine (Option d). ---
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