Asked by Jayde Chavez on May 01, 2024
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What hormone, secreted by the stomach, increases the secretion of acids by cells of the stomach lining?
A) amylase
B) gastrin
C) pepsin
D) pepsinogen
E) insulin
Gastrin
A hormone produced by the stomach that stimulates the secretion of gastric acid.
Secreted
Refers to the process by which substances are produced and discharged from a cell, gland, or organ for a particular function in the organism or for excretion.
- Comprehend the role of enzymes and hormones in facilitating digestion and absorption.
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Zybrea KnightMay 07, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Gastrin is a hormone secreted by the stomach that stimulates the secretion of hydrochloric acid by parietal cells in the stomach lining. Amylase is an enzyme secreted by the pancreas that breaks down carbohydrates. Pepsin is an enzyme secreted by the stomach that breaks down proteins. Pepsinogen is the inactive form of pepsin that is secreted by the stomach. Insulin is a hormone secreted by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the role of enzymes and hormones in facilitating digestion and absorption.