Which of the following cells secrete pepsinogen?
- A. Parietal cells
- B. Alpha cells
- C. Chief cells
- D. Stem cells
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chief cells in the stomach are responsible for secreting pepsinogen, which is then activated to pepsin by the acidic environment created by HCl.
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During prolonged fasting-
- A. First fats are used up, followed by carbohydrate from liver and muscles, and protein in the end
- B. First carbohydrate are used up, followed by fat and proteins towards end
- C. First lipids, followed by proteins and carbohydrates towards end.
- D. None of the above
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In fasting, carbohydrates (glycogen) are used first, followed by fats, and then proteins.
Match: Villi
- A. projections in the small intestine that absorb nutrients
- B. storage structures
- C. enzyme producers
- D. muscular layers
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Villi are finger-like projections in the small intestine that increase surface area for efficient nutrient absorption.
The greater omentum does not participate in:
- A. secretion of enzymes
- B. support and cushioning of the viscera
- C. storage of lipids
- D. protection against the spread of infection
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The greater omentum provides structural support, lipid storage, and protection against infection spread, but it does not secrete enzymes.
Surface mucous cells show the following EXCEPT:
- A. Found in the isthmus of the fundic glands.
- B. Contain PAS +ve secretory granules.
- C. Secrete acidic mucous.
- D. Continuous with the covering epith of the stomach
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Surface mucous cells secrete neutral to alkaline mucus, not acidic mucus, to protect the gastric mucosa.
Our food mainly contains-
- A. Carbohydrates
- B. Cellulose
- C. Sucrose
- D. Glucose
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Carbohydrates are the primary component of most diets.