Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)During peristalsis,the circular muscles behind the bolus contract moving it forward,while the circular muscles in front of the bolus relax.
• B)The chief cells of the stomach produce salivary amylase & intrinsic factor.
• C)The duodenum and jejunum is where most digestion & absorption occurs in the GI tract.
• D)Gastric secretions are regulated by the medulla oblongata,the CNS reflexes and higher brain centers.
• E)The function of the stomach is to mix & further fragment food particles.

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