"Segmentation" within the small intestine refers to the
A. propulsion of material between the segments of the GI tract.
B. division of function between the different segments of the small intestine.
C. back-and-forth motion that mixes chyme with glandular secretions.
D. gastroileal reflex that moves materials from the stomach to the large intestine.
C
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What will be an ideal response?
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A. ovarian cancer B. pregnancy C. the time of ovulation D. cervical cancer E. a prolapsed uterus
The release of which pituitary hormone would lead to an increased level of somatomedins in the blood?
A) thyroid stimulating hormone B) prolactin C) growth hormone D) oxytocin E) melanocyte stimulating hormone