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

1) Inflammation of the serous membranes of the abdominopelvic cavity is called peritonitis.
2) Inflammation caused by erosion due to gastric reflux is called a peptic ulcer.
3) Blockage of the lower part of the esophagus due to weak peristalsis and malfunction of the lower esophageal sphincter is called esophagitis.
4) Chief cells produce pepsinogen.
5) Parietal cells produce intrinsic factor.


1) TRUE
2) FALSE
3) FALSE
4) TRUE
5) TRUE

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