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Which of the following statements is CORRECT?


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Gastric Phase

A phase of digestion that occurs in the stomach, initiated by the presence of food, which triggers acid secretion and gastric enzyme activity.

Gastrin

Hormone secreted in the mucosa of the stomach and duodenum that stimulates the secretion of hydrochloric acid by the parietal cells of the gastric glands.

Gastric Secretion

The process of producing and releasing fluids containing hydrochloric acid and digestive enzymes by the stomach lining.

Chyme

The fluid mixture of partially digested food and digestive secretions that is formed in the stomach and intestine during digestion.

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