Stomach Cells Image
Stomach histology. The stomach is a key part of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, sitting between the esophagus and duodenum. Its functions are to mix food with stomach acid and break food down into smaller particles using chemical and mechanical digestion. The stomach can perform these roles due to the layers of the stomach wall.
Notice that all the surface cells and the cells in the neck of the pit are foamy in appearance—these are the mucous cells. The other cell types are farther down in the pit. Anatomy of the human stomach. Stocktrek Images / Getty Images Contractions of gastric smooth muscle serve two basic functions.
Notice that all the surface cells and the cells in the neck of the pit are foamy in appearance—these are the mucous cells. The other cell types are farther down in the pit. Anatomy of the human stomach. Stocktrek Images / Getty Images Contractions of gastric smooth muscle serve two basic functions.