The outermost layer of the digestive tract,which is composed of a thin layer of areolar tissue and simple squamous epithelium,is called the __________.
A) lumen
B) muscularis externa
C) submucosa
D) mucosa (mucous membrane)
E) serosa (mesentery)

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The outermost layer of the digestive tract is known as the serosa or mesentery, which is composed of a thin layer of areolar tissue covered by simple squamous epithelium. This layer is responsible for reducing friction between the digestive organs and surrounding tissues.

The Outermost Layer of the Digestive Tract,which Is Composed of a Thin