Question

Select the correct statement about the ureters. A. The epithelium is stratified squamous like the skin, which allows a great deal of stretch. B. The ureters are capable of peristalsis like that of the gastrointestinal tract. C. The ureter is innervated by parasympathetic nerve endings only. D. Ureters contain sphincters at the entrance to the bladder to prevent the backflow of urine.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is option B. the ureter is capable of peristalsis like that of the gastrointestinal tract.

Explanation:

Ureters have transitional epithelium that provides peristaltic movement in ureters layers. Cells of transitional epithelium provide contraction and relax movements result in peristalsis that helps urine to move to the urinary bladder.

Urine does not passively move to the urinary bladder but drain with the help of the peristalsis waves or movements.

Thus, the correct answer is option C. the ureter is capable of peristalsis like that of the gastrointestinal tract.