Question

The ____________ cells are found mostly in the proximal and distal regions of the stomach.

Answer 1

Mucous cells.

This cells primarily produce mucus and are frequently clustered into small glands found usually in the  mucus membranes. They commonly lines the proximal and distal portion of the digestive tract. Large number of this cell can found in the mouth which moisten and keep the oral cavity moist. Stomach also have large number of mucous cells which help to protect the organ from the gastric juices it produce.