Goblet cells are critical to the movement of food in the body because they
A) secrete mucus in the digestive tract.
B) produce basement membrane for epithelial tissues.
C) synthesize cholesterol.
D) form gap junctions.
E) produce sodium-potassium pumps.

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Goblet cells secrete mucus in the digestive tract, which lubricates and protects the lining, facilitating the smooth movement of food.

Goblet Cells Are Critical to the Movement of Food in the Body