Match the following terms with their correct meanings:
-Ring of muscles between the esophagus and stomach
A)feces
B)incisor
C)LES
D)peristalsis
E)glycogen
F)insulin
G)palate
H)portal vein
I)hydrochloric acid
J)lipase
K)parotid gland
L)protease

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I) Hydrochloric acid is a strong acid secreted by the gastric glands in the stomach that helps break down food.

D) Peristalsis is the wave-like contractions of smooth muscle that move food through the digestive tract.

J) Lipase is an enzyme produced by the pancreas and other glands that breaks down fat molecules into smaller fatty acids and glycerol.

L) Protease is an enzyme that breaks down proteins into amino acids.

Answer: C, I, D, J, L

The Lower Esophageal Sphincter is the ring of muscles between the esophagus and stomach. Hydrochloric acid is a strong acid secreted by the gastric glands in the stomach. Peristalsis is the wave-like contractions of smooth muscle that move food through the digestive tract. Lipase is an enzyme produced by the pancreas and other glands that breaks down fat molecules into smaller fatty acids and glycerol. Protease is an enzyme that breaks down proteins into amino acids. The other terms are not related to the digestive system.

Match the Following Terms with Their Correct Meanings