Stratified squamous epithelium – this type of epithelium has flat cells with multiple layers. It is found in the skin and lining of the esophagus, mouth and vagina. This is usually present where there is constant or regular friction. Thus, it serves as protection for the most part. It prevents microorganisms from invading as well as prevent water loss.
Dense irregular connective tissue- This type of epithelium is found in the dermis which is the second and thickest layer of the skin. The dermis supports the epidermis and protects the body from the external environment. It contains fibroblasts and has many collagen fibers and a little bit of elastic fibers in its matrix at all direction. In the skin, provides strength in different directions and protection as well. It helps the skin become resistant to tearing by stretching.
Adipose tissue – This is found in the innermost layer of the skin which is the hypodermis. This is also called the subcutaneous layer. The adipose or fat tissue is composed of adipocytes in a mesh of collagen fibers. It has large globules which causes the nucleus to be found in its periphery. These globules store energy. These stored energy are in the form of lipids and and triglycerides. Furthermore, in the hypodermis, it serves as cushion to underlying organs and help in insulating heat to the body.
Stratified squamous epithelium – this type of epithelium has flat cells with multiple layers. It is found in the skin and lining of the esophagus, mouth and vagina. This is usually present where there is constant or regular friction. Thus, it serves as protection for the most part. It prevents microorganisms from invading as well as prevent water loss.
Dense irregular connective tissue- This type of epithelium is found in the dermis which is the second and thickest layer of the skin. The dermis supports the epidermis and protects the body from the external environment. It contains fibroblasts and has many collagen fibers and a little bit of elastic fibers in its matrix at all direction. In the skin, provides strength in different directions and protection as well. It helps the skin become resistant to tearing by stretching.
Adipose tissue – This is found in the innermost layer of the skin which is the hypodermis. This is also called the subcutaneous layer. The adipose or fat tissue is composed of adipocytes in a mesh of collagen fibers. It has large globules which causes the nucleus to be found in its periphery. These globules store energy. These stored energy are in the form of lipids and and triglycerides. Furthermore, in the hypodermis, it serves as cushion to underlying organs and help in insulating heat to the body.