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The stomach stores food by expanding its muscular walls to accommodate the incoming food. This allows the stomach to hold and mix the food with digestive enzymes and acids to begin the breakdown process. The stomach can stretch to hold around 1-1.5 liters of food on average.

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Does the stomach store food?

No. food stored internally would rot and kill the animal.


If the stomach couldn't store food how often would you have to eat?

The stomach doesn't store food, it's main responsibility is to digest proteins, this usually takes 4-6 hours. If you didn't eat protein, it would pass on through to the small intestine where most food is digested and the process of absorption begins. So theoretically, you could live without a stomach. This is the basis for stomach bypass surgeries for weight reduction.


Why is a vacuole like a stomach?

A vacuole is like a stomach because it functions to store nutrients, break down waste products, and maintain internal pH balance in a cell, similar to how a stomach functions in a living organism. Both organelles play a crucial role in digestion and waste management within their respective systems.


Why is the stomach such a hollow organ?

The stomach is a hollow organ primarily designed to store and process food. Its muscular walls allow it to expand and contract, facilitating the mixing of food with digestive enzymes and acids. This hollow structure enables the stomach to accommodate varying amounts of food, enhancing its role in digestion and nutrient absorption. Additionally, the hollow design minimizes weight and allows for greater mobility within the abdominal cavity.


Acid breaks down food were?

Acid breaks down the food in the stomach. Pepsin is the enzyme that breaks down the proteins from the food, in the stomach. Highly acidic pH helps to break down the food.