Functions of stomachy Temporary store of ingested material Dissolve food particles and initiate digestive process Control delivery of contents to small intestine Sterilise ingested material Produce intrinsic factor (vitamin B12 absorption)9 • Temporary store of ingested material • Dissolve food particles and initiate digestive process • Control delivery of contents to small intestine • Sterilise ingested material • Produce intrinsic factor (Vitamin B12 absorption) Functions of Stomach