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If for some reason goblet cells are non-functional, this will adversely affect:

1. production of somatostatin
2. secretion of sebum from the sebaceous glands
3. maturation of sperms
4. smooth movement of food down the intestine

Correct answer: smooth movement of food down the intestine

Solution

Goblet cells secrete mucus, which lubricates and protects the lining of the intestine. Without this mucus, intestinal contents would not move as smoothly, so passage of food is impaired.

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