Questions and Answers
What is the name of the tube that connects the throat to the stomach?
What is the function of the pyloric sphincter?
To control the passage of food from the stomach to the small intestine.
What is the pyloric canal?
The passageway leading from the stomach to the pyloric sphincter.
What is the greater curvature of the stomach?
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What are rugae of mucosa?
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What is the lesser curvature?
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What is the cardia?
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What is the body of the stomach?
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What is the fungus?
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Study Notes
Stomach Anatomy Labels
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Esophagus: The muscular tube connecting the throat (pharynx) with the stomach, allowing the passage of food.
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Pyloric sphincter (valve) at pylorus: A ring of muscle that regulates the passage of chyme from the stomach into the small intestine, preventing backflow.
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Pyloric canal: The narrow passage leading from the body of the stomach to the pylorus, facilitating the movement of digested food.
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Greater curvature: The larger, outer curve of the stomach, providing attachment points for various ligaments and supporting structures.
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Rugae of mucosa: Folds within the stomach lining that allow for expansion as the stomach fills with food and assist in mixing and grinding.
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Lesser curvature: The smaller, inner curve of the stomach, playing a role in the overall shape and function of the organ.
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Cardia: The section of the stomach located near the esophagus, where food enters the stomach from the esophagus.
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Body: The largest central region of the stomach, responsible for the digestion and mixing of food with gastric juices.
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Fundus: The upper dome-shaped area of the stomach, located above the cardia that stores undigested food and gases released during digestion.
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Test your knowledge of stomach anatomy with this quiz that covers key structures such as the esophagus, pyloric sphincter, and more. Each label introduces a different part of the stomach, helping you learn its functions and significance in the digestive system. Perfect for biology students and anatomy enthusiasts!
