The mucosa of the alimentary tube is responsible for:
A)secretion of enzymes and mucus
B)absorption
C)both A and B
D)both A and B and for most of peristalsis

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The mucosa of the alimentary tube is responsible for both secretion of enzymes and mucus and absorption. It is not responsible for most of peristalsis, which is primarily controlled by smooth muscle contraction in the muscularis layer.

The Mucosa of the Alimentary Tube Is Responsible For