The proximal convoluted tubule is lined with a
A) cuboidal epithelium with a large surface area.
B) simple columnar epithelium with a slick smooth surface.
C) stratified squamous epithelium with a large surface area.
D) stratified squamous epithelium with a tough, durable surface.
E) simple squamous endothelium that makes a slick surface.

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The proximal convoluted tubule is lined with cuboidal epithelium that has microvilli, increasing the surface area for reabsorption.

The Proximal Convoluted Tubule Is Lined with a