Compare the Submucosal Neural Plexus with the Myenteric Plexus

question 73

Multiple Choice

Compare the submucosal neural plexus with the myenteric plexus.

• A)The submucosal neural plexus and the myenteric plexus both contain neurons but the submucosal neural plexus innervates the mucosa only,whereas the myenteric plexus innervates the serosa only.
• B)The submucosal neural plexus contains only sensory neurons,whereas the myenteric plexus contains only motor neurons.
• C)The submucosal neural plexus and the myenteric plexus are both intricate capillary beds found in the layers of the digestive tract.
• D)The submucosal neural plexus and the myenteric plexus both contain neurons but the submucosal neural plexus innervates the mucosa and submucosa,whereas the myenteric plexus innervates the muscular layer.
• E)The submucosal neural plexus contains only motor neurons,whereas the myenteric plexus contains only sensory neurons.

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