1 Stratified signifies two or more layers of epithelial cells. 2  By convention, a stratified epithelium is described according to the shape of cells on its free surface. 3  Regardless of whether the surface cells are squamous, cuboidal, or columnar, the underlying cells are usually cuboidal. A columnar epithelium is often associated with secretion or absorption.  2 Glandular describes epithelial tissue found in glands and specialized for exocrine or endocrine secretion.  3 Transitional describes a specialized type of epithelium which lines urinary passages.
Discover the historic South Street Seaport district of New York City on this guided walking tour. This thriving area features some of the oldest architecture in downtown Manhattan, including renovated original mercantile buildings, plus modern tourist malls with food, shopping and nightlife.
1 Manhattan: Whitehall and Water St. 2  New York, NY 10006 (Map). 3  Staten Island: 1 Bay St. 4  Staten Island, NY 10301. 5  Phone: 718-815-BOAT. 6  Nearest Subways In Manhattan, J/Z to Broad Street; 1 to South Ferry; 4/5 to Bowling Green. 7  In Staten Island, Staten Island Railway to St. George.n Brief: Want to see the New York Harbor up close? The Staten Island Ferry serves commuters traveling between Staten Island and Lower Manhattan, but visitors looking to see New York City's working waterfront (& the Statue of Liberty) will enjoy the free ride across the New York Harbor.