The image shows a single layer of cells resting on a basement membrane. The nuclei of the cells are located at different levels, giving the appearance of multiple layers. However, all cells are in contact with the basement membrane. The cells are taller than they are wide.
Step 2: Identify the epithelial type
Based on the single layer of cells with nuclei at varying heights and the elongated cell shape, the epithelium is pseudostratified columnar epithelium.