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What is the purpose of bile?
digestion of proteins
emulsification
absorption of vitamin B
digestion of carbohydrates
emulsification
Functions of the large intestine include
temporary food storage.
production of digestive enzymes.
chemical digestion of chyme.
reabsorption of water and compaction of feces.
absorption of the products of digestion.
reabsorption of water and compaction of feces.
What is the name of the layer of hard crystalline calcium phosphate that covers the exposed portions of your teeth?
cementum
dentin
gingiva
enamel
enamel
The folds in the mucosa that allow for the stomach to stretch or distend are called __________.
fundus
pylorus
omentum
rugae
rugae
What is the name of the last portion of the intestinal tract where feces are stored before defecation?
jejunum
cecum
rectum
duodenum
rectum
What is the opposite of decomposition?
synthesis
exchange reaction
exergonic reaction
catabolism
synthesis
Most of the absorption of nutrients occurs in which organ of the digestive system?
uterus
kidney
larynx
intestines
intestines
What is the name for the rings of smooth muscle in the digestive system?
motor unit
sarcomeres
Intercalated disc
sphincters
sphincters
Which of the following is regulated by skeletal muscle?
Entrance of food
Nutrient absorption
Reflexes that move food through the stomach and intestines
Nonspecific defense against pathogens that enter with food
Absorption of fluid
entrance of food
Which of the following is a role the lymphatic system plays in digestive processes?
Secretes enzymes for chemical breakdown of food
Absorbs and carries lipids to the general circulation
Secretes glucagon for glucose metabolism
Produces vitamin D3 that is needed for calcium absorption
absorbs and carries lipids to the general circulation
From where are most toxins that are absorbed from food transported?
Pancreas
Hypothalamus
Active muscle
Lymphatic vessels
Liver
liver