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The stomach has ______ layers.
The stomach has ______ layers.
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The innermost layer of the stomach is called the ______.
The innermost layer of the stomach is called the ______.
mucosa
The ______ layer connects nerves and blood vessels.
The ______ layer connects nerves and blood vessels.
submucosa
The ______ layer consists of smooth muscles that churn and mix the food with gastric juices.
The ______ layer consists of smooth muscles that churn and mix the food with gastric juices.
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The ______ layer holds the stomach in place and secretes a lubricating fluid.
The ______ layer holds the stomach in place and secretes a lubricating fluid.
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Chemical digestion in the stomach is controlled by ______, hormones, and nerves.
Chemical digestion in the stomach is controlled by ______, hormones, and nerves.
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The hormone ______ is released into the bloodstream and goes to the gastric cells.
The hormone ______ is released into the bloodstream and goes to the gastric cells.
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The ______ sphincter is located where the esophagus meets the stomach.
The ______ sphincter is located where the esophagus meets the stomach.
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Food enters the stomach when the ______ sphincter is relaxed.
Food enters the stomach when the ______ sphincter is relaxed.
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The semi-liquid material created by mixing food with gastric juices is called ______.
The semi-liquid material created by mixing food with gastric juices is called ______.
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