Matching -Ghrelin A)Reflux of stomach contents into the esophagus B)The signaling protein that stimulates appetite C)The muscle enabling closure of the junction between the esophagus and stomach D)Results from bacterial infections of the gingiva E)Pain of the tongue F)Loss of taste G)Cells that build bone H)A bent upper spine I)Dry mouth J)Blood clot K)Vitamin B₁₂

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Ghrelin is a signaling protein that stimulates appetite.

Answer: A 
 Reflux of stomach contents into the esophagus is commonly known as acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Answer: C 
 The muscle enabling closure of the junction between the esophagus and stomach is called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES).

Answer: K 
 Vitamin B12 is important for bone health and deficiency can lead to osteoporosis, a condition where bones become weak and brittle.

Note: The other answer choices are unrelated to ghrelin or vitamin B12.

Matching -Ghrelin​

Matching -Ghrelin