Match each of the following structures with its corresponding location or description.
-Innermost layer of the GI tract; contains the lamina propria

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The innermost layer of the GI tract is the mucosa layer, which contains the lamina propria.

Answer: B
 The submucosa layer is located outside the mucosa layer and contains connective tissue, blood vessels, and nerves.

Answer: G
 Enamel is the hard outer layer of teeth.

Answer: D
 The muscularis layer is located outside the submucosa layer and is responsible for the movement and contractions of the GI tract.

Answer: A, H, or F
 The sublingual, submandibular, and parotid salivary glands are located outside the GI tract and secrete saliva into the mouth.

Answer: I
 The tongue is part of the oral cavity and helps with the formation of food boluses for swallowing.

Answer: J
 The serosa layer is the outermost layer of the GI tract and provides a protective covering.

Match Each of the Following Structures with Its Corresponding Location