Stomach Flashcards
1
Q
What does the stomach do?
A
- Mixes and churns food with gastric juices to form chyme.
- Begins chemical digestion of proteins.
- Releases chyme into the duodenum.
- ABsorbs fat-soluble substances.
2
Q
How can stomach emptying be decreased?
A
- Dehydration.
- Depression.
- High caloric intake.
3
Q
How can stomach emptying be increased?
A
- Increased food temperature.
- Nervous system regulation.
- Water content.
