Cells abundant within the large intestine that produce large amounts of lubricating mucus to aid in the passage of feces to the end of the digestive tract are called ________.

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Goblet cells are responsible for producing mucus, which helps to lubricate and protect the lining of the large intestine and aids in the passage of feces. Parietal cells secrete hydrochloric acid in the stomach, chief cells secrete pepsinogen in the stomach, and enteroendocrine cells secrete hormones in the small intestine.

Cells Abundant Within the Large Intestine That Produce Large Amounts