Question

what is the function of mucus in digestion

Answer 1

A layer of mucus along the inner walls of the stomach is vital to protect the cell linings of that organ from the highly acidic environment within it. Mucus is not digested in the intestinal tract. Mucus is also secreted from glands within the rectum due to stimulation of the mucous membrane within.....



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Answer 2

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The alimentary canal in our body has foru layers starting from the central cavity the lumen, in which the first layer is the mucous membrane layer known as mucosa...

Mucosa contains the glandular epithelium that secretes MUCUS which have digestive glands.

MUCUS acts as a lubricant and protects the epithelial lining..


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