Human Anatomy: Stomach Structure and Function
3 Questions
1 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the main function of the stomach?

  • Regulating the movement of food from the esophagus to the small intestine
  • Digesting proteins using pepsin and hydrochloric acid (correct)
  • Absorbing nutrients into the bloodstream
  • Producing hydrochloric acid to neutralize food
  • What is the role of the lower esophageal sphincter?

  • Producing digestive enzymes for breaking down food
  • Moving food from the esophagus to the stomach (correct)
  • Controlling the release of bile into the small intestine
  • Regulating the absorption of nutrients into the bloodstream
  • Which part of the stomach allows food to leave when it is ready?

  • Body
  • Pyloric sphincter (correct)
  • Antrum
  • Fundus
  • More Like This

    Stomach Anatomy and Structure
    21 questions
    Anatomy of Stomach's Mucosa
    40 questions

    Anatomy of Stomach's Mucosa

    CharismaticNashville avatar
    CharismaticNashville
    Anatomy of the Stomach and Small Intestine
    10 questions
    Human Anatomy: Digestive System Quiz
    40 questions
    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser