Git MCQ New 5
Git MCQ New 5
Git MCQ New 5
27. What prevents food from entering the nasal passages during
swallowing?
A) elevation of uvula B) contraction of pharyngeal muscles
C) apposition of vocal folds D) elevation of epiglottis
28 . The serosa is...
A) abdominal cavity containing the stomach inner lining of the digestive tract
B) outer connective tissue covering of the digestive tract
30. The major chemical digestive activity that takes place in the
stomach is...
A) breakdown of starch B) breakdown of proteins
C) digestion of fats D) neutralization of acid by buffers & mucous
34. The hormone that inhibit gastric secretion and motility is...
A) Gastrin B) histamine
C) secretin D) Pepsin
Answer: A
Clarification: Esophagus is located posterior to trachea in neck
and thoracic regions of the body and passes through the
esophageal hiatus of diaphragm on its way to the stomach.