Parietal (oxyntic) cells are characterized by an extensive intracellular system known as:
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Correct answer: Canaliculi
Parietal cells possess deep invaginations of the apical plasma membrane called intracellular canaliculi. These increase the surface area for the H+/K+ ATPase pumps responsible for hydrochloric acid secretion.
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