Match structural unit with correct characteristic.
-Absorbs luminal contents.
A)serosa
B)circular smooth muscle layer
C)mucous membrane
D)lamina propria
E)submucosa
F)longitudinal smooth muscle layer

Question

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The mucous membrane contains the epithelial layer which is responsible for absorbing luminal contents.

Answer: D
 The lamina propria is a layer of connective tissue that supports the mucous membrane and contains blood vessels and lymphatic tissue needed for absorption.

Answer: E
 The submucosa contains glandular tissue and blood vessels needed for absorption of luminal contents.

Match Structural Unit with Correct Characteristic