Read the following statements regarding the ciliated epithelium. I. Found only in the lining of the trachea. II. Cilia are found on the free surface of the cells. III. Help in moving particles or mucus in a particular direction over the epithelium. IV. Microvilli are found at the free end to increase the surface area of the organ. Identify the ones that are correct.

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Read the following statements regarding the ciliated epithelium. I. Found only in the lining of the trachea. II. Cilia are found on the free surface of the cells. III. Help in moving particles or mucus in a particular direction over the epithelium. IV. Microvilli are found at the free end to increase the surface area of the organ. Identify the ones that are correct. (A) I, II, III, and IV (B) I and II only (C) II and III only (D) II, III and IV only

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Ciliate Epithelium: Ciliated columnar epithelium is made of simple columnar epithelial cells with cilia on their free surfaces. Their function is to move particles or mucus in a specific direction over the epithelium. They are mainly present in the inner surface of hollow organs like bronchioles and fallopian tubes. Microvilli are found on the free surface of columnar epithelium lining the alimentary canal to help increase surface area.