This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Abdomen and pelvis, Subject name: Anatomy
Epithelial lining of the vagina is 
Select and explain. 
A. Stratified squamous non-keratinised, B. Stratified squamous keratinised, C. Columnar, D. Cuboidal
A: Stratified squamous non-keratinised
Answer: A: Stratified squamous non-keratinised 
Explanation: The lining of orifices is stratified squamous epithelium. In moist areas it is non-keratinised.Examples of non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium include corneal epithelium, lining mucosa of the oral cavity, esophagus, anal canal, ectocervix, vagina and the internal poion of the lips.Reference: Chaurasia; 6th edition