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Control of Digestive Tract
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Total cards: 5•Content version: v4•Public deck•Updated: 8/1/2026
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#1
Front (Question)
What is the main cranial nerve involved in regulating the digestive system?
Back (Answer)
Vagus nerve (X)
#2
Front (Question)
Name the two main reflexes the affect motility in the intestines?
Back (Answer)
• Gastrolienal Reflex - Gastrocolic Reflex
#3
Front (Question)
State the stimulus for the Gastrolienal reflex?
Back (Answer)
The Gastrolienal Reflex is initiated when the stomach distended. It intensifies peristalsis in the small intestines so chyme is moved into the caecum
#4
Front (Question)
State the stimulus for the Gastroocolic reflex?
Back (Answer)
The Gastrocolic Reflex is initiated when the stomach distended. It stimulates mass peristalsis in the colon
#5
Front (Question)
The wave-like, rhythmic contractions that move food through the digestive tract are called?
Back (Answer)
Peristalsis