What Do You Know About The Human Stomach?

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    Which of these is an example of a stomach condition?

    • A. Yawing
    • B. Coughing
    • C. Stomach ulcer
    • D. Malaria
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The stomach is a vital hollow organ in the gastrointestinal tract of humans and many other animals, including several invertebrates. Take this quiz to ask yourself what you know about the human stomach.

What Do You Know About The Human Stomach? - Quiz

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  • 2. 
    Does the stomach muscles contract? - ProProfs

    Does the stomach muscles contract?

    • A. Maybe

    • B. Yes

    • C. No Way

    • D. No Idea

    Correct Answer
    A. B. Yes
    Explanation
    The stomach muscles do contract. Contraction of the stomach muscles helps in the digestion process by mixing and churning the food with digestive juices. These contractions, known as peristalsis, help move the food through the digestive system. Therefore, it is correct to say that the stomach muscles do contract.

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  • 3. 
    What aids the digestion of food in the stomach? - ProProfs

    What aids the digestion of food in the stomach?

    • A. Acid and Base

    • B. Acid and enzymes

    • C. Hormones

    • D. None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. B. Acid and enzymes
    Explanation
    The correct answer is B. Acid and enzymes. Acid and enzymes aid the digestion of food in the stomach. The stomach secretes hydrochloric acid, which helps break down food and kill bacteria. Enzymes, such as pepsin, are also produced in the stomach and help to further break down proteins into smaller molecules that can be absorbed by the body. Together, acid and enzymes play a crucial role in the digestion process in the stomach.

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  • 4. 
    Where does the stomach receive food from? - ProProfs

    Where does the stomach receive food from?

    • A. Mouth

    • B. Bone

    • C. Teeth

    • D. Esophagus

    Correct Answer
    A. D. Esophagus
    Explanation
    The stomach receives food from the esophagus. The esophagus is a muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach. After food is chewed and swallowed in the mouth, it travels down the esophagus through a series of muscle contractions called peristalsis. These contractions push the food into the stomach, where it is further broken down and digested.

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  • 5. 
    What kind of organ is the stomach? - ProProfs

    What kind of organ is the stomach?

    • A. Stong Organ

    • B. Flesh Organ

    • C. Muscular Organ

    • D. Soft Organ

    Correct Answer
    A. C. Muscular Organ
    Explanation
    The stomach is a muscular organ that plays a crucial role in the digestion process. It has thick layers of smooth muscle that help to mix and churn the food, breaking it down into smaller particles. This muscular activity also helps to propel the food through the digestive system. Additionally, the stomach has the ability to expand and contract, allowing it to accommodate varying amounts of food. Therefore, the correct answer is C. Muscular Organ.

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  • 6. 
    Where is the stomach located? - ProProfs

    Where is the stomach located?

    • A. Left side of the upper abdomen

    • B. Right side of the upper abdomen

    • C. On the abdomen

    • D. On the chest

    Correct Answer
    A. A. Left side of the upper abdomen
    Explanation
    The stomach is located on the left side of the upper abdomen. This is a known anatomical fact. The stomach is a muscular organ that is part of the digestive system and is responsible for breaking down food. Its specific location in the upper abdomen on the left side can vary slightly from person to person, but generally, it is situated in this area.

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  • 7. 
    What line is the ridge of muscle tissue in the stomach called? - ProProfs

    What line is the ridge of muscle tissue in the stomach called?

    • A. Rugae Lines

    • B. Enzymitic Lines

    • C. Calorie Line

    • D. Esophagus Line

    Correct Answer
    A. A. Rugae Lines
    Explanation
    The ridge of muscle tissue in the stomach is called rugae lines. These lines are formed by folds in the inner lining of the stomach and allow the stomach to expand and contract as food is digested. The rugae lines help to increase the surface area of the stomach, allowing for more efficient absorption of nutrients.

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    How many sections is the human stomach divided into? - ProProfs

    How many sections is the human stomach divided into?

    • A. 3

    • B. 6

    • C. 2

    • D. 4

    Correct Answer
    A. D. 4
    Explanation
    The human stomach is divided into four sections: the cardia, fundus, body, and pylorus. Each section has a specific function in the digestion process. The cardia is the uppermost part, where the esophagus connects to the stomach. The fundus is the rounded upper part, which stores swallowed food and releases it slowly into the body of the stomach. The body is the main central region where most of the digestion occurs. The pylorus is the lower part, responsible for controlling the release of partially digested food into the small intestine.

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  • 9. 
    What and what surrounds the stomach? - ProProfs

    What and what surrounds the stomach?

    • A. Cardia and blood

    • B. Gastric cardia

    • C. Blood and Gaster

    • D. Parasympathetic and Sympathetic

    Correct Answer
    A. D. Parasympathetic and Sympathetic
    Explanation
    The correct answer is D. Parasympathetic and Sympathetic. The parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems surround the stomach. The parasympathetic nervous system stimulates digestion and increases blood flow to the stomach, while the sympathetic nervous system inhibits digestion and decreases blood flow to the stomach. These two systems work together to regulate the functions of the stomach.

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  • 10. 
    A muscular valve that opens to allow food to pass from the stomach to the small intestine is called what? - ProProfs

    A muscular valve that opens to allow food to pass from the stomach to the small intestine is called what?

    • A. Gastro esophageal Reflux

    • B. Dyspepsia

    • C. Gastritis

    • D. pyloric sphincter

    Correct Answer
    A. A. Gastro esophageal Reflux

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