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julia-pushkina [17]
4 years ago
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What is one function of the pyloric sphincter?

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jonny [76]4 years ago
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The pyloric sphincter is compose of smooth muscle and is located between the pylorus in the stomach and duodenum of the small intestine. In digestion, it serves as a valve controlling the flow of food thus it prevents the contents of small intestine backing up into the stomach.
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