Which of the Following Is Not a Characteristic of Enteroendocrine

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a characteristic of enteroendocrine cells?

• A) They are scattered throughout the lining epithelium of the stomach and intestines.
• B) They secrete hormones that help signal the events of digestion.
• C) They never secrete their product into the lumen of the digestive canal.
• D) They are scattered throughout the lining of the rectum.

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Definitions:

Sodium Excretion

The process by which the kidneys remove excess sodium ions from the body to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance.

Internal Fertilization

The process by which sperm fertilizes an egg inside the body of an organism, common in terrestrial animals.

External Fertilization

The process in which gametes meet outside the body, typically when females release eggs and males release sperm into the surrounding water; occurs in most aquatic invertebrates, bony fishes, and amphibians. Compare with internal fertilization.

Protective Environment

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