Which of the following small intestine cells secrete lysozyme?
A)Goblet cells
B)Absorptive cells
C)Mucosa cells
D)Paneth cells
E)S cells

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Paneth cells, located in the small intestine, secrete lysozyme, an enzyme that breaks down bacterial cell walls. This helps protect the small intestine from harmful bacteria. Goblet cells primarily secrete mucus, absorptive cells are responsible for absorbing nutrients, mucosa cells are part of the inner lining of the small intestine, and S cells secrete secretin hormone to stimulate pancreatic secretion.

Which of the Following Small Intestine Cells Secrete Lysozyme