Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

23. The Digestive System

Introduction to the Digestive System

Anatomy & Physiology

23. The Digestive System

Introduction to the Digestive System

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the region of the stomach that connects to the esophagus?

Cardia

Fundus

Pylorus

Body

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Understand the anatomy of the stomach: The stomach is divided into four main regions—cardia, fundus, body, and pylorus. Each region has a specific function and location.

Identify the connection between the esophagus and the stomach: The esophagus is the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. The region of the stomach that connects directly to the esophagus is the first part of the stomach.

Learn the function of the cardia: The cardia is the region of the stomach located at the junction where the esophagus meets the stomach. It contains the lower esophageal sphincter, which prevents the backflow of stomach contents into the esophagus.

Differentiate the other regions: The fundus is the dome-shaped upper part of the stomach, the body is the central and largest region, and the pylorus is the lower part that connects to the small intestine. None of these regions directly connect to the esophagus.

Conclude that the correct region connecting the esophagus to the stomach is the cardia, based on its anatomical location and function.