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What is the role of the longitudinal muscle layer in the alimentary canal?
What is the role of the longitudinal muscle layer in the alimentary canal?
- It is responsible for absorption of nutrients
- It is located outside the circular muscle layer (correct)
- It is more developed in the intestine
- It aids in movement and propulsion of food
What is the function of 'Chloragogen cells' in the alimentary canal?
What is the function of 'Chloragogen cells' in the alimentary canal?
- Synthesis of glycogen and lipid (correct)
- Absorption of nutrients
- Deamination and urea formation
- Analogous to liver
Where does absorption primarily take place in the alimentary canal?
Where does absorption primarily take place in the alimentary canal?
- After 26th segment in the typhlosolar region (correct)
- In the pharynx and gizzard
- In the buccal cavity
- In the stomach walls
What is the primary function of the 'Visceral peritoneum' in the alimentary canal?
What is the primary function of the 'Visceral peritoneum' in the alimentary canal?
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What is the function of 'cuticle' in the alimentary canal?
What is the function of 'cuticle' in the alimentary canal?
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