Role of the Stomach in Digestion
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Which layer of smooth muscle in the stomach allows it to churn and break down food?

  • Circular layer
  • Longitudinal layer
  • Oblique layer (correct)
  • Transverse layer
  • What is the role of intrinsic factor secreted by the stomach?

  • Absorption of vitamin D
  • Absorption of vitamin B12 (correct)
  • Absorption of vitamin C
  • Absorption of vitamin A
  • Which phase of gastric juice secretion occurs when partially digested food enters the duodenum?

  • Cephalic phase
  • Intestinal phase (correct)
  • Gastric phase
  • Elevation phase
  • What stimulates parasympathetic activity leading to increased gastric secretion in the stomach?

    <p>Vagus nerve stimulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is responsible for the initial digestion of proteins in the stomach?

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

    What is the function of chief cells in the stomach?

    <p>Breakdown fats and produce enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the cephalic phase of gastric juice secretion before food enters the stomach?

    <p>Smell, taste, or sight of food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The stomach is a passive structure that does not play an active role in chemical digestion.

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

    Food absorption occurs in the stomach.

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

    Gastric lipase is responsible for the breakdown of carbohydrates in the stomach.

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

    The cephalic phase of gastric juice secretion occurs after food enters the stomach.

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

    Gastrin is a hormone that inhibits gastric activity.

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

    Parietal cells in the stomach produce intrinsic factor and hydrochloric acid.

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

    Mucous neck cells in the stomach secrete enzymes to break down fats.

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

    The acidic environment in the stomach activates lingual lipase to digest proteins.

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

    Chyme is a thick liquid produced in the stomach through mixing food with gastric juice.

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

    The stomach empties its contents into the duodenum within 24-72 hours after a meal.

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

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