Enterocytes of the Mucous Membrane of the Mucosal Layer Are

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Multiple Choice

Enterocytes of the mucous membrane of the mucosal layer are classified as_______ cells if they secrete fluids and enzymes into the lumen and ________cells if they release hormones into the bloodstream.

• A) exocrine : endocrine
• B) endocrine : exocrine
• C) endocrine : absorptive
• D) absorptive : endocrine
• E) exocrine : absorptive

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