Which major layer of the stomach contains an extra layer that adds strength and assists in the formation of chyme?
A) serosa
B) mucosa
C) adventitia
D) submucosa
E) muscularis externa

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The muscularis externa of the stomach includes an extra layer of muscle (the oblique layer) that is not found in other parts of the gastrointestinal tract. This additional layer helps in the mechanical breakdown of food and the mixing of the stomach contents, aiding in the formation of chyme.

Which Major Layer of the Stomach Contains an Extra Layer