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Mucin is a protein present in saliva and other secretions. When mixed with water, it becomes the slippery substance known as mucus. Trace the route taken by mucin through the cell, from its synthesis to its secretion, listing all organelles and processes involved.
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PRIN OF ANATOMY & PHYS 16E W/ WILEYPLUS
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