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Q41) If for some reason our goblet cells are non-functional. this will adversely affect....[ CBSE mains 2010]

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The main role of goblet cells is to secrete mucus in order to protect the mucous membranes where they are found. Goblet cells accomplish this by secreting mucins, large glycoproteins formed mostly by carbohydrates.
If Goblet cells become non-functional, this will adversely affect smooth movement of food down the intestine due to absence of mucin
Answer : (c)