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Digestive System Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Sieve plate is the found in the endothelium of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sieve plates are clusters of fenestrae in the endothelium of hepatic sinusoids, allowing plasma exchange with the space of Disse.
Question 2 of 5
The cells of the epithelial lining in the vertebrate stomach are not damaged by HCl because of
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mucus secreted by gastric cells forms a protective barrier against HCl, preventing damage to the stomach lining.
Question 3 of 5
What is frenulum?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The frenulum is a fold of tissue that anchors the tongue to the floor of the mouth.
Question 4 of 5
Islets of Langerhans and are found in
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Islets of Langerhans are endocrine (ductless) glands in the pancreas that secrete hormones like insulin.
Question 5 of 5
In gut, serosa is outer most layer and made up of
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The serosa, the outermost layer of the gut, is made of mesothelium and connective tissue.