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What are the folds found in the mucous l...

What are the folds found in the mucous lining of the empty stomach ?

A

Typhlosole

B

Areolae

C

Rugae

D

Villi

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The correct Answer is:
C
The inner layer of the stomach is full of wrinkles known as rugae (or gastric folds). Rugae both allow the stomach to stretch in order to accom modate large meals and help to grip and move food during digestion.
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