Anatomy & Physiology of the Stomach

The video tutorial covers the anatomy and physiology of the stomach, starting with a recap of how food enters the body and moves through the esophagus. It explains the anatomy of the stomach, including its parts like the cardia, fundus, and pylorus. The video then delves into mechanical digestion, highlighting the stomach's muscular layers and their role in digestion. Chemical digestion is discussed, focusing on the roles of G-cells, parietal cells, and chief cells in producing hydrochloric acid and pepsinogen. The video concludes with an explanation of protein denaturation and breakdown, emphasizing the transformation of food into chyme.

How do the muscular layers of the stomach contribute to digestion?

What is the role of G-cells in the stomach?

How does hydrochloric acid contribute to protein digestion in the stomach?

Differentiate between protein denaturation and protein breakdown.