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KM Anatomy

Lab Week 13

TermDefinition
Gastroenterology is the study of the stomach (gastro-) and intestines (-entero-) and their diseases
Parotid glands largest of the paired salivary glands; produce watery saliva containing enzymes
Submandibular glands compound glands that contain enzyme-and mucus-producing elements
Sublingual glands smallest of the salivary glands; produce a mucous type of saliva
Dentin hard, mineralized tissue similar to bone in tooth body
Esophagus Tube that extends from the pharynx to the stomach; first segment of the digestive tube
Pylorus lower part of the stomach
Sphincter muscles circular fibers arranged so that there is an opening in the center when relaxed and no opening when contracted
Chief cells secretory cells found in the gastric glands; secrete the enzymes of gastric juice
Parietal cells secretory cells found in the gastric glands; secrete hydrochloric acid; thought to produce intrinsic factor needed for vitamin B12 absorption
Endocrine cells secrete gastrin and ghrelin
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