Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Ring of muscles between the esophagus and the 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

Question

Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Ring of muscles between the esophagus and the 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

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

LES stands for lower esophageal sphincter, which is a ring of muscles between the esophagus and the stomach.

Answer: A
 Feces refers to the waste matter that is eliminated from the body through the anus.

Answer: C
 LES stands for lower esophageal sphincter, which is a ring of muscles between the esophagus and the stomach.

Answer: D
 Peristalsis refers to the muscle contractions that help move food through the digestive system.

Answer: E
 Glycogen is a complex carbohydrate that is stored in the liver and muscles as a source of energy.

Answer: F
 Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the pancreas and helps regulate the levels of glucose in the blood.

Answer: G
 Palate refers to the roof of the mouth, which separates the oral cavity from the nasal cavity.

Answer: H
 Portal vein is a blood vessel that carries nutrient-rich blood from the digestive system to the liver.

Answer: I
 Hydrochloric acid is a strong acid that is secreted by the stomach to help break down food.

Answer: J
 Lipase is an enzyme that is produced by the pancreas and helps digest fats.

Answer: K
 Parotid gland is a salivary gland located in front of the ear that produces saliva.

Answer: L
 Protease is an enzyme that helps break down proteins into smaller peptides and amino acids.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings