The following types of movements are found in the human small intestine: 1. Rhythmic segmentation or Ludwig's pendulum 2. Peristalsis. Type # 1. Rhythmic Segmentation: Nature: These are rings of contraction occurring at regular space of intervals in which a portion of the intestine is divided into segments. The contraction is followed by relaxation. The contraction takes place at the [...]
In this article we will discuss about the functions and factors controlling movement of gall bladder. Functions of Gall-Bladder: Functions of gall-bladder can be summarised as follows: i. It is an efficient storehouse of bile. ii. It absorbs water and concentrates bile about 10 times. iii. It absorbs inorganic salts from bile to some extent and reduces the alkalinity of [...]
The presence of muscular tissue in the alimentary canal indicates that some sort of movements must be present in the gastro-intestinal tract. As a matter of fact, the alimentary canal does move, its different parts showing different kinds of movements. Reason for Movement: If one recollects the chief functions of the digestive tract, such as digestion, secretion, absorption, defecation etc., [...]