How is the mucosa layer of the large intestine similar to that of the small inte

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How is the mucosa layer of the large intestine similar to that of the small intestine? Choose all that apply. Both have villi to increase surface area for absorption. O Both have absorptive cells that absorb water. Both have a muscularis mucosa layer that constricts for peristalsis. Both have absorptive cells that absorb fats. Both have goblet cells for lubrication and protection. Both contain Mucosa Associated Lymphoid Tissue (MALT) in the lamina propria to prevent bacteria from entering the blood stream. Submit My Answers Give Up Incorrect; Try Again; 3 attempts remaining

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Both have absorptive cells that absorb water.The absorptive cells are epithelial cells I.e non keratinised stratified squamous epithelial cells. In small intestine absorption of food and water and other substances takes place, large intestine also have cells for absorption of water.

Both have muscularis mucosa layer that constrict for peristalsis. Both have contractions but large large intestine have some prominent muscularis mucosa.

Both have goblet cells for lubrication and protection. Large intestine have more goblet cells than small intestine.

Both contain mucosa associated lymphoid tissue in lamina propria to prevent bacteria entering into blood stream.The propria lamina present in both large and small intestine.In large intestine present in Vermiform appendix.

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