The Lamina Propria and Mucous Epithelium are Components of The

Question

The lamina propria and mucous epithelium are components of the
A) serosa.
B) adventitia.
C) muscularis mucosa.
D) mucosa.
E) submucosa.

Accepted Answer

The lamina propria and mucous epithelium are components of the mucosa layer of the gastrointestinal tract, which is responsible for secretion, absorption, and protection. The serosa, adventitia, muscularis mucosa, and submucosa are other layers of the gastrointestinal tract, but they do not include the lamina propria and mucous epithelium.