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Ringlike muscles that close an opening in the body are called "sphincter" muscles.
Ring-like muscles are known as sphincters. Examples of sphincters are the anus and the lower esophageal sphincter.
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What is a ring of muscles that control the opening to the stomach?
sphincter
The ring of muscles at the opening between the stomach and the duodenum is the?
The Pyloric Sphincter is a ring of muscles that regulates the emptying of the stomach into the duodenum and prevents the contents of the small intestine from moving back into the stomach.
The colored ring of muscles that controls the size of the pupil is called?
iris
What do you call the ring of muscles that opens to let feces out?
Anus. The muscles of the anus are called sphincters, or in doctor terminology, sphincter complexes.
Why is the ring finger the weakest finger on your hand?
The ring finger is weaker compared to other fingers because it has fewer independent muscles and tendons supporting its movements. Additionally, the ring finger is biomechanically connected to the little finger, further limiting its strength and dexterity.
Does the anal canal have muscles?
The anal canal has a ring of muscle, called the anal sphincter
What is a pyloric cecum?
Its a ring of muscles that move an animals food through its stomach and intestines.
How big is nibbles mouse in tom and Jerry and the magic ring?
Smaller than Jerry, Freddie/Muscles and Joey
What is the ringshaped muscles in the digestive system?
The ring shaped muscle in the digestive system is the lower esophageal sphincter (LES).
The ring-like muscles that retard or prevent backflow of partially digested food in the gastrointestinal tract are called?
sphincters
Why can you not move your ring finger when your index finger is flexed?
because the muscles in each finger aren't strong enough to move individually.
What causes laryngopharyndeal reflux?
At both ends of your esophagus there is a ring of muscle. Usually, the muscles keep your stomach's contents where they belong. With laryngopharyngeal reflux, the muscles don't work right and stomach acids backs up into your throat.
