Which one among the following statements about stomach is not correct ........

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Which one among the following statements about stomach is not correct?

Stomach acts as a temporary reservoir

Stomach mixes food with gastric juice

Stomach secretes lipase and amylase in gastric juice

Rate of stomach emptying depends on the type of food

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Explanation:

Rate of stomach emptying depends on the type of food

Gastric lipase is another digestive enzyme made by the chief cells. It helps break down short and medium chain fats. Amylase is also found in gastric juices, but it isn't made by the stomach. This enzyme comes from saliva and travels along with the bolus into the stomach.