Identify the epithelium that lines the urinary bladder,and describe its unusual functional characteristic.
A)simple squamous epithelium,allows diffusion of urine into the urinary bladder
B)stratified squamous epithelium,for protection of the urinary bladder as urine enters
C)transitional epithelium,allows for repeated stretching and recoiling back to its original shape
D)pseudostratified epithelium with goblet cells,produced mucus so the urine can pass easily
E)simple cuboidal epithelium,allows for secretion of urine

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The epithelium that lines the urinary bladder is transitional epithelium. Its unusual functional characteristic is that it allows for repeated stretching and recoiling back to its original shape as the bladder fills and empties. This is important for the bladder's ability to hold and release urine.

Identify the Epithelium That Lines the Urinary Bladder,and Describe Its