Biology, asked by pahiroy1221, 1 year ago

what is the meaning of mucus ? define it brefily

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Answered by hasinisiri

a slimy substance ,typically not miscible in water,secreted by the mucous membranes and glands of animals for lubrication, protection etc.

a gummy substance found in plants; mucilage.

Answered by allyayush

IT IS PROTECTIVE IN SECRETION OF THE MUCOUS MEMBRANES.IT LIBRACATES THE PASSAGE OF FOOD AND PROTECTS THE EPETHELIAL CELLS IN THE NOSE AND THROAT AND LUNGS IT CAN MAKE IT DIFFICULT FOR BACTERIA TO PENETRATE THE BODY THROUGH THE EPITHELIUM.

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