Questions and Answers
Where does the oesophagus end?
Which part of the stomach is guarded by the pyloric sphincter?
What is the most dilated part of the digestive tract?
Which part of the digestive system consists of a short cervical part, long thoracic part, and very short abdominal part?
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Where does the stomach lie in relation to the body's organs?
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Study Notes
Esophagus and Stomach Connections
- The esophagus ends at the cardiac orifice, which connects to the stomach.
- The pyloric sphincter guards the pylorus, the portion of the stomach that leads into the small intestine.
Parts of the Digestive Tract
- The most dilated part of the digestive tract is the stomach, where food is mixed and temporarily stored.
- The digestive system includes a short cervical part, a long thoracic part, and a very short abdominal part of the esophagus.
Stomach Positioning
- The stomach is located in the upper abdomen, posterior to the diaphragm and anterior to the spleen, with its greater curvature lying along the left side of the body.
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Test your knowledge of the parts and functions of the digestive system, including the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, biliary system, and pancreas.
