Solids and Fats in the Stomach Increase Peristalsis and the Rate

question 22

True/False

Solids and fats in the stomach increase peristalsis and the rate of gastric emptying.

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Definitions:

Infundibulum

A funnel-shaped structure, often referring to parts of the brain (pituitary stalk) or reproductive system (oviduct entrance) in humans.

Hypothalamus

The hypothalamus is a region of the brain that plays a crucial role in hormone regulation, temperature control, hunger, thirst, and circadian rhythms.

Cerebral Peduncle

A structure in the brain stem that contains large bundles of nerve fibers connecting the forebrain and hindbrain, crucial for relaying motor and sensory information.

Hypothalamohypophysial Tract

The neural connection between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland which regulates hormonal secretion.