The hormone gastrin is released by the stomach. Its function is to stimulate the release of gastric juices. What is the stimulus to release this hormone?

A) the aroma of food
B) the process of chewing food
C) the sight of food
D) the distension of the stomach and presence of protein


Answer: D

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