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The simple stomach differs from the esophagus because it?
because it has a third layer in the muscularis called the oblique muscle layer.
What additional muscle layer is the wall of the stomach that is not found in the digestive track?
The inner oblique layer of the muscularis mucosae.
What digestive organ contains a thrid oblique layer of smooth muscle fibers?
The stomach contains a third oblique layer of smooth muscle fibers, in addition to the inner circular and outer longitudinal layers. This unique arrangement allows the stomach to effectively churn and mix food with gastric juices, facilitating digestion. The oblique layer enhances the stomach's ability to perform complex movements necessary for breaking down food.
Why is the stomach involuntary?
It is actually four involuntary muscles. The longitudinal layer, circular layer and oblique layer of the muscularis externa and the pyloric sphincter
Is the stomach muscle involuntary?
It is actually four involuntary muscles. The longitudinal layer, circular layer and oblique layer of the muscularis externa and the pyloric sphincter
How does the extra layer of smooth muscle found in the stomach correlate with the stomachs churning movements?
oblique muscularis
What are the structural modifications of the stomach wall that enhance the digestive process?
presence of rugae presence of an oblique muscle layer
How is the stomach different from other digestive organs?
The stomach is different from other organs of the digestive system because it has three layers of muscle in the muscular is externa. These are the inner oblique layer, the middle circular layer and the outer longitudinal layer.
How does this modification relate to the function of the stomach?
The modification enhances the stomach's ability to produce digestive enzymes or increase its capacity to store food. This could improve digestion and nutrient absorption in the stomach, leading to better overall digestive function.
What is the third layer of smooth muscle found in the stomach wall that allows mixing and mechanical breakdown?
The third layer of smooth muscle found in the stomach wall is called the oblique layer. It runs diagonally and allows for churning and mixing of food, aiding in mechanical breakdown and digestion.
What makes up the wall of the stomach?
The wall of the stomach is structurally similar to other parts of the digestive tube, with the exception that the stomach has an extra oblique layer of smooth muscle inside the circular layer, which aids in performance of complex grinding motions.
How is the muscularis externa of the stomach modified?
The muscularis externa of the stomach is modified into three layers of smooth muscle: an inner oblique layer, a middle circular layer, and an outer longitudinal layer. This unique arrangement allows for the mixing and movement of stomach contents during digestion.
