7 Questions
What is the role of bile in digestion?
Emulsifies ingested fats
Which of the following is true about pancreatic juice?
Aids in emulsifying fats
What stimulates segmentation contractions in the small intestine?
Presence of chyme
Which digestive organ secretes bile?
Liver
What is the function of villi in the small intestine?
Absorption of nutrients
Which movement propels the contents of the small intestine toward the colon?
Peristalsis
What controls the flow of bile into the duodenum?
Sphincter of Oddi
Test your knowledge on the functions of the colon in waste breakdown and microbial assistance. Learn about the role of gut microbes, colonic secretions, and peristalsis in the digestive process.
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