Auerbach's plexus is present in between ________.

Longitudinal and oblique muscles of stomach

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Oblique muscles and submucosa

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Circular and longitudinal muscles of stomach

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Submucosa and mucosa

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Solution

The correct option is C Circular and longitudinal muscles of stomach
The cells of Auerbach's (myenteric) plexus are located in between circular and longitudinal muscles of stomach. These function as a part of enteric nervous system controlling peristaltic movements in digestive system.
Hence, option "C" is correct.

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