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The alveoli is just one cell layer thick so that diffusion of gasses between the capillaries and the alveoli is easy. Simple squamous epithelium are found in the capillary walls and the alveolar walls. They are thin so diffusion is easy.

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What type of cells line the alveoli?

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Wall of alveolar is made of what epithelium?

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Is the epidermis made up of simple squamous epithelium?

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