Anatomy of the Stomach Regions
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What is the role of parietal cells in the stomach?

  • Release hormones such as gastrin into the blood
  • Produce bicarbonate-containing mucus
  • Secrete pepsinogen and gastric lipase
  • Secrete intrinsic factor and hydrochloric acid (correct)

    • Which cell type in gastric glands does not contribute to gastric juices?

  • Parietal cells
  • Mucous cells
  • Chief cells
  • Endocrine cells (G cells) (correct)

    • What is the function of the gastroesophageal sphincter?

  • Release bile into the small intestine
  • Prevent the reflux of acidic contents from the stomach into the esophagus (correct)
  • Secrete digestive enzymes into the stomach
  • Neutralize stomach acid

    • Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down proteins in the stomach?

    <p>Pepsin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of mucous cells in the stomach?

    <p>Secrete bicarbonate-containing mucus for protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

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