What Is the Purpose of the Watery Fluid Secreted by the Serosa

question 42

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the watery fluid secreted by the serosa of the human digestive tract?

• A) emulsifies fats
• B) initiates peristalsis
• C) kills bacteria
• D) neutralizes acidic conditions
• E) reduces friction between nearby organs

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Definitions:

Somatic Nervous System

Part of the peripheral nervous system associated with the voluntary control of body movements through the action of skeletal muscles.

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for rapid responses to stressors, activating the fight-or-flight response.

Somatic

Relating to or affecting the body, especially as distinct from the mind.

Parasympathetic

The part of the autonomic nervous system that conserves energy by slowing the heart rate and increasing digestive activities.