What Are the Spontaneous Graded Potentials That Occur in Smooth

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Multiple Choice

What are the spontaneous graded potentials that occur in smooth muscle cells of the digestive tract called?

• A) basic electrical rhythm (BER)
• B) slow waves
• C) segmentation
• D) intestinal phase
• E) peristalsis

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Definitions:

Endocrine Glands

are ductless glands that release hormones directly into the bloodstream, regulating various body functions.

Pancreas

A glandular organ in the digestive and endocrine system of vertebrates producing digestive enzymes and hormones such as insulin.

Posterior Lobe

The back part of an organ or structure, such as the rear portion of the pituitary gland in the human brain.

Pituitary Gland

A small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, often termed the "master gland," it regulates various hormonal activities in the body.