Asked by Carrington Gallihugh on May 06, 2024
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The ________ sphincter controls the movement of substances from the pylorus of the stomach into the small intestine.
Pyloric Sphincter
The valve-like structure composed of a circular band of muscle at the juncture of the stomach and small intestine.
Pylorus
The opening from the stomach into the duodenum, controlled by a sphincter that regulates the passage of food.
Small Intestine
A long, coiled tube within the digestive system where most of the digestion and absorption of nutrients occurs, connecting the stomach to the large intestine.
- Master the design and responsibilities of different components of the gastrointestinal tract.
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Learning Objectives
- Master the design and responsibilities of different components of the gastrointestinal tract.
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