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Chapter 15 The Gastrointestinal System Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following stimuli activates sensors in the walls of digestive organs?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All stimuli trigger GI reflexes.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is not an accessory organ
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The esophagus is part of the GI tract, not an accessory organ.
Question 3 of 5
Contraction of the __________ layer of the intestinal wall functions to change the shape of the intestinal lumen and moves food through its length.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The muscularis drives peristalsis.
Question 4 of 5
The __________ are pointed teeth that are adapted for tearing and shredding.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cuspids (canines) tear food.
Question 5 of 5
Plicae Circularis and intestinal villi
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Plicae and villi enhance absorption surface area.