Question

question 3 (0.5 points) what is the purpose of the pyloric sphincter? a) to help food pass through from the stomach to the duodenum

Explanation:

The pyloric sphincter is a muscular valve that regulates the passage of partially - digested food (chyme) from the stomach into the duodenum, the first part of the small intestine. This helps control the rate of digestion and prevents the back - flow of duodenal contents into the stomach.

Answer:

A. To help food pass through from the stomach to the duodenum