Question

Succus entericus is

• A. Swollen area between ileum and rectum
• B. Intestinal juice
• C. Any swelling in gut
• D. Vermiform appendix

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Intestinal juice

The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Crypts of Lieberkühn secrete succus entericus, commonly known as intestinal juice.
2. In between the villi of the small intestine, the mucous membrane of the small intestine folds to form the intestinal gland, Crypts of Lieberkühn.
3. Succus entericus is a yellow fluid with a pH of 7.6, which contains water, mucus, and enzymes.
4. Succus entericus helps in the digestion of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and nucleic acid.

Final Answer: Succus entericus is intestinal juice.