Which of the following statements concerning epithelial cell surfaces is false?

A. Smooth surfaces reduce friction.
B. Epithelium with folded surfaces tends to be very rigid.
C. Cilia propel materials along the surface of an epithelial cell.
D. Epithelium with folded surfaces can change shape.
E. Epithelial cells with microvilli are involved in absorption.


B

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