The Primary Factor Responsible for Forward Propulsion of Chyme Through

question 142

True/False

The primary factor responsible for forward propulsion of chyme through the small intestine is mass movements.

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Definitions:

Pulmonary Valves

Heart valves located at the opening of the pulmonary artery that prevent backflow of blood into the right ventricle.

Aortic Valves

The valve in the heart that controls blood flow from the left ventricle into the aorta.

Hemorrhagic Shock

A condition of reduced tissue perfusion, inadequate oxygen supply to the cells, often a result of severe blood loss.

Cardiac Output

The volume of blood the heart pumps through the circulatory system in one minute, typically measured in liters per minute.