Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · The microscope in cell studies

The microscope in cell studies — practice question

The image provided is a photomicrograph of a transverse section through part of the gas exchange system. Which statement best describes the image?

  • Aa thin inner layer of ciliated epithelial cells on top of a layer containing cartilage, supported by elastic fibres
  • Ba very thin epithelial lining with walls containing elastic fibres, surrounded by many blood vessels
  • Can inner layer of ciliated epithelial and goblet cells on top of elastic fibres, supported by an outer layer consisting of cartilage
  • Dan inner layer of ciliated epithelial and goblet cells on top of loose tissue with mucous glands, supported by a continuous ring of cartilage

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