Tissues that secrete digestive juices into the gut are composed of
A) epithelial cells.
B) neurons.
C) smooth muscle cells.
D) chondrocytes.
E) connective tissue cells.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Epithelial cells line the gastrointestinal tract and are responsible for secretion of digestive juices. Neurons and smooth muscle cells are involved in gut motility, while chondrocytes and connective tissue cells make up cartilage and connective tissue, respectively, and do not play a role in digestion.

Tissues That Secrete Digestive Juices into the Gut Are Composed