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What is the primary function of the stomach?
The primary function of the stomach is to digest food.
What is the function of the rugae or folds in the stomach?
The function of the rugae on the stomach wall is to aid in digestion. This smooth's out as the stomach is filled with food.
Which of the following is a protective substance found in the stomach?
mucin
What is the function of nervous tissue in the stomach?
It controls the function of the muscles of the wall of the stomach and the muscular sphincter. Also, the nervous tissue controls the secretory function of the stomach.
In what break in the protective mucous membrane in the stomach or the duodenum?
an ulcer
What is the fucntion of the stomach?
The function of the stomach is to digest the food. hhahaha
What does the blood tissue function in the stomach?
The function of the blood tissue in the stomach is to mainly control the processes in the stomach. This includes regulating acid production and coordination of the stomach muscles among others.
Why digestive acid cannot digest stomach?
The inner lining of the stomach is coated in a thick layer of protective mucus that prevents powerful digestive acids and enzymes from damaging the organ. The stomach walls themselves are thick membranes that are similarly protective against corrosion.
What protective mechanism helps to prevent erosion on the stomach?
The mucus layer in the stomach acts as a protective barrier against erosion by preventing stomach acid from coming into direct contact with the stomach lining. Additionally, bicarbonate ions secreted by the stomach lining help to neutralize any acid that does breach the mucus layer, further protecting the stomach tissue from damage.
What is a break in the protective mucous membrane in the stomach or the duodenum?
An ulcerAn ulcer??
How can a human stomach hold hydrochloric acid without being destroyed?
There is a protective layer inside the stomach. It can hold the acid without it going through it or the stomach.
What is the function of the esophagus in respiratory system?
The function of the esophagus is to connect the throat to the stomach. This allow food and/or liquid to reach the stomach after it is swallowed.
