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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question
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The lower esophageal sphincter prevents:
Options
A Food entry into the stomach
B Acid reflux into the esophagus
Correct Answer
C Nutrient absorption
D Bile secretion
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The lower esophageal sphincter (cardiac sphincter) prevents acid reflux by closing after food passes into the stomach, preventing stomach contents from flowing back into the esophagus.

Hint

This valve prevents the backward flow of acidic stomach contents.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1884 of 2214
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