Which of the following body parts is surrounded by a mucous membrane?
A)the ovaries
B)the heart
C)the cavities of freely movable joints
D)tubes of the digestive system
E)the abdominal cavity

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The tubes of the digestive system, including the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine, are all surrounded by a mucous membrane that helps protect and lubricate the digestive tract.

Which of the Following Body Parts Is Surrounded by a Mucous