The Correct Order of the Layers of Tissue from the Outside

question 66

Multiple Choice

The correct order of the layers of tissue from the outside of the digestive system toward the lumen is

• A) mucosa, submucosa, muscle layer, and visceral peritoneum.
• B) mucosa, visceral peritoneum, muscle layer, and submucosa.
• C) visceral peritoneum, muscle layer, submucosa, and mucosa.
• D) muscle layer, visceral peritoneum, mucosa, and submucosa.
• E) visceral peritoneum, mucosa, muscle layer, and submucosa.

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