Climate and Weather. Letâs be honest, few people come to Alaska for the weather. We are a land full of majestic mountains and waters populated by bears, whales, eagles, and heart-stopping scenery, but our weather, especially in Kodiak, can be challenging. The island, a rain forest, receives approximately 70 inches of rain and 70 inches of snow per year.
The pillar-like epithelial cells cover the finger-like projections (villi) of the intestinal surface. Observe the variation in appearance of the epithelial layer which is caused by different angles of cutting (refer to p. 6 of the lab manual).
1) Epithelial Tissue. Epithelial tissue forms the covering or lining of free body surfaces, both internal and external. For example, the outer layer of the skin is formed from epithelial tissue as are the inner linings of the digestive tract and blood vessels.As a group, epithelial tissues perform a variety of functions, including protection, absorption, excretion, secretion and lubrication.) Epithelial Tissue. Epithelial tissue forms the covering or lining of free body surfaces, both internal and external. For example, the outer layer of the skin is formed from epithelial tissue as are the inner linings of the digestive tract and blood vessels.