Functions of the stomach

What will be an ideal response?


Receives food from the esophagus, mixes the food with gastric juices, initiates protein digestion and moves food into the small intestine.

The stomach has LIMITED absorption

Anatomy & Physiology

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Glial cells were originally thought to play a very minor role in the nervous system. In fact, their name is derived from the Greek word for glue. However, recent findings have demonstrated a number of functions for these cells

Discuss these functions and their importance in allowing neurons to function. What will be an ideal response?

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The portion of the respiratory tree which connects directly with the lobes of the lungs is known as the ____.

a) secondary bronchus b) trachea c) tertiary bronchus d) bronchiole e) primary bronchus

Anatomy & Physiology

What does the first cervical vertebra (C1 or atlas) lack?

A) vertebral body and spinous process B) inferior articular facet C) vertebral foramen D) superior articular facet

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