Segmental movements in the intestine function primarily to
a. open and close valves
b. move chyme forward
c. mix chyme with secretions
d. inhibit hunger

The correct answer is option c. mix chyme with secretions.

Explanation:

Segmental contractions or movements take place in the intestines. It occurs in small and large intestines both. These movements move the food or specifically chyme in both forward and backward direction. This is the main reason that helps in mixing the chyme with the secretion of the intestines.

The segmentation of intestine makes contractions in circular muscles where is peristalsis generates rhythmic contractions. The segmental movements move the chyme in the digestive system.

Thus, the correct answer is option C. mix chyme with secretions.

of

explanation:

answer:

well what are your strengths and what are you good at.