The large folds of the stomach mucosa (shown here) are called ________

A) rugae
B) mesentery
C) villi
D) papillae


A
Explanation:
B) Sheets of peritoneum, called mesentery, extend between the loops of intestines.
C) Villi are microscopic, finger-like extensions of the mucosal lining of the small intestine.
D) The papillae are raised areas on the surface of the tongue that assist in moving food in the mouth during mastication and swallowing. Taste buds are located between the papillae.

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