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The primary enzyme responsible for fat digestion is:
The primary enzyme responsible for fat digestion is:
- Lactase
- Lipase (correct)
- Pepsin
- Amylase
- Trypsin
The role of cholecystokinin (CCK) in digestion includes:
The role of cholecystokinin (CCK) in digestion includes:
- Neutralizing stomach acid
- Stimulating bile release from the gallbladder (correct)
- Inhibiting gastric acid
- Breaking down proteins
- Increasing water absorption
Secretin, a hormone from the duodenum, primarily stimulates:
Secretin, a hormone from the duodenum, primarily stimulates:
- Pancreatic bicarbonate secretion (correct)
- HCl production
- Gastric emptying
- Insulin release
- Bile secretion
Amino acids are absorbed into the bloodstream through:
Amino acids are absorbed into the bloodstream through:
After absorption, monosaccharides are transported to the liver via the:
After absorption, monosaccharides are transported to the liver via the:
Lipids are transported in the lymphatic system as:
Lipids are transported in the lymphatic system as:
The primary role of the large intestine is to:
The primary role of the large intestine is to:
Vitamin K, which is absorbed in the large intestine, is produced by:
Vitamin K, which is absorbed in the large intestine, is produced by:
Excess amino acids not used for protein synthesis are primarily:
Excess amino acids not used for protein synthesis are primarily:
The main storage form of lipids in adipose tissue is:
The main storage form of lipids in adipose tissue is:
Ketone bodies are produced when:
Ketone bodies are produced when:
During intense exercise, muscle cells primarily produce ATP through:
During intense exercise, muscle cells primarily produce ATP through:
Which process cools the body through heat loss due to water vaporization?
Which process cools the body through heat loss due to water vaporization?
When body temperature decreases, which of the following occurs?
When body temperature decreases, which of the following occurs?
The primary mechanism for heat loss when the body is warmer than the environment is:
The primary mechanism for heat loss when the body is warmer than the environment is:
Which of the following is an accessory organ of digestion?
Which of the following is an accessory organ of digestion?
The primary function of the enteric nervous system is to:
The primary function of the enteric nervous system is to:
The peritoneum that lines the organs of the abdominal cavity is called the:
The peritoneum that lines the organs of the abdominal cavity is called the:
The palatine tonsils are located in the:
The palatine tonsils are located in the:
Saliva production is stimulated primarily by the:
Saliva production is stimulated primarily by the:
The main digestive enzyme in saliva that begins carbohydrate digestion is:
The main digestive enzyme in saliva that begins carbohydrate digestion is:
The type of teeth specialized for tearing food are:
The type of teeth specialized for tearing food are:
Which muscle closes the jaw during mastication?
Which muscle closes the jaw during mastication?
The part of the pharynx that carries both food and air is the:
The part of the pharynx that carries both food and air is the:
The main function of the lower esophageal sphincter is to:
The main function of the lower esophageal sphincter is to:
Peristalsis refers to:
Peristalsis refers to:
Which cells in the stomach secrete hydrochloric acid?
Which cells in the stomach secrete hydrochloric acid?
The primary function of pepsin is to:
The primary function of pepsin is to:
Chyme is the result of:
Chyme is the result of:
The cephalic phase of gastric secretion is triggered by:
The cephalic phase of gastric secretion is triggered by:
Gastrin is released in response to:
Gastrin is released in response to:
Which part of the small intestine is closest to the stomach?
Which part of the small intestine is closest to the stomach?
The primary function of villi in the small intestine is to:
The primary function of villi in the small intestine is to:
Which enzyme is primarily responsible for carbohydrate digestion in the small intestine?
Which enzyme is primarily responsible for carbohydrate digestion in the small intestine?
The primary digestive function of the liver is to:
The primary digestive function of the liver is to:
Bile salts are crucial for:
Bile salts are crucial for:
The pancreas produces all of the following enzymes EXCEPT:
The pancreas produces all of the following enzymes EXCEPT:
Insulin is secreted by the:
Insulin is secreted by the:
Bicarbonate ions from the pancreas primarily function to:
Bicarbonate ions from the pancreas primarily function to:
The main function of the large intestine is to:
The main function of the large intestine is to:
Which section of the large intestine is closest to the small intestine?
Which section of the large intestine is closest to the small intestine?
Mass movements in the colon are typically initiated by:
Mass movements in the colon are typically initiated by:
Bacteria in the large intestine are essential for producing:
Bacteria in the large intestine are essential for producing:
The main function of the rectum is to:
The main function of the rectum is to:
Which nutrient is the body's primary energy source?
Which nutrient is the body's primary energy source?
A calorie is defined as:
A calorie is defined as:
Triglycerides are most commonly stored in the body as:
Triglycerides are most commonly stored in the body as:
Which mineral is crucial for muscle contraction and nerve function?
Which mineral is crucial for muscle contraction and nerve function?
Which vitamin is water-soluble and must be consumed daily?
Which vitamin is water-soluble and must be consumed daily?
The process by which glucose is converted into glycogen for storage is called:
The process by which glucose is converted into glycogen for storage is called:
Excess glucose is stored in the body primarily as:
Excess glucose is stored in the body primarily as:
Which process involves the breakdown of triglycerides into fatty acids and glycerol?
Which process involves the breakdown of triglycerides into fatty acids and glycerol?
The process of synthesizing glucose from non-carbohydrate sources is called:
The process of synthesizing glucose from non-carbohydrate sources is called:
Which of the following hormones is essential for regulating blood glucose levels?
Which of the following hormones is essential for regulating blood glucose levels?
Which mineral is critical for the formation of hemoglobin in red blood cells?
Which mineral is critical for the formation of hemoglobin in red blood cells?
The metabolic process that occurs in the cytoplasm and breaks down glucose into pyruvate is called:
The metabolic process that occurs in the cytoplasm and breaks down glucose into pyruvate is called:
How many ATP molecules are produced from one molecule of glucose during aerobic respiration?
How many ATP molecules are produced from one molecule of glucose during aerobic respiration?
Beta-oxidation is the process by which:
Beta-oxidation is the process by which:
The primary role of the hypothalamus in temperature regulation is to:
The primary role of the hypothalamus in temperature regulation is to:
Which mechanism involves the loss of heat through infrared rays?
Which mechanism involves the loss of heat through infrared rays?
Sweating cools the body by which method of heat loss?
Sweating cools the body by which method of heat loss?
Shivering helps to increase body temperature by:
Shivering helps to increase body temperature by:
A fever results when the hypothalamus:
A fever results when the hypothalamus:
Which enzyme is primarily responsible for starch digestion in the mouth?
Which enzyme is primarily responsible for starch digestion in the mouth?
Carbohydrate digestion continues in the small intestine with the action of:
Carbohydrate digestion continues in the small intestine with the action of:
In the small intestine, maltose is broken down by maltase into:
In the small intestine, maltose is broken down by maltase into:
The main monosaccharide absorbed by the intestines is:
The main monosaccharide absorbed by the intestines is:
The enzyme pepsin initiates protein digestion in the:
The enzyme pepsin initiates protein digestion in the:
Protein-digesting enzymes released from the pancreas include:
Protein-digesting enzymes released from the pancreas include:
Peptidases in the small intestine complete protein digestion by breaking down peptides into:
Peptidases in the small intestine complete protein digestion by breaking down peptides into:
The process of breaking down large fat droplets into smaller ones is called:
The process of breaking down large fat droplets into smaller ones is called:
Bile salts play a role in fat digestion by:
Bile salts play a role in fat digestion by:
After lipids are absorbed, they are transported in the lymphatic system as:
After lipids are absorbed, they are transported in the lymphatic system as:
Vitamin A is essential for:
Vitamin A is essential for:
Which of the following vitamins is fat-soluble?
Which of the following vitamins is fat-soluble?
The mineral calcium is necessary for:
The mineral calcium is necessary for:
Vitamin C deficiency can lead to:
Vitamin C deficiency can lead to:
The primary function of ATP in cells is to:
The primary function of ATP in cells is to:
Aerobic respiration primarily occurs in the:
Aerobic respiration primarily occurs in the:
Glycolysis, the first stage of cellular respiration, occurs in the:
Glycolysis, the first stage of cellular respiration, occurs in the:
The end products of aerobic respiration are:
The end products of aerobic respiration are:
The citric acid cycle (Krebs cycle) produces:
The citric acid cycle (Krebs cycle) produces:
The absorptive state occurs:
The absorptive state occurs:
During the postabsorptive state, the body:
During the postabsorptive state, the body:
The liver detoxifies ammonia by converting it to:
The liver detoxifies ammonia by converting it to:
Which hormone is released in response to low blood glucose levels?
Which hormone is released in response to low blood glucose levels?
Insulin primarily promotes:
Insulin primarily promotes:
The 'fight or flight' response involves the release of:
The 'fight or flight' response involves the release of:
Cortisol, a hormone released during stress, helps to:
Cortisol, a hormone released during stress, helps to:
Which enzyme breaks down lactose into glucose and galactose?
Which enzyme breaks down lactose into glucose and galactose?
Flashcards
Accessory digestive organs
Accessory digestive organs
Organs that aid in digestion but aren't the primary pathway for the food itself.
Enteric nervous system
Enteric nervous system
Regulates digestive tract movements and secretions.
Visceral peritoneum
Visceral peritoneum
Lines abdominal cavity's organs.
Palatine tonsils
Palatine tonsils
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Saliva production stim
Saliva production stim
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Salivary amylase
Salivary amylase
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Canines (teeth)
Canines (teeth)
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Masseter muscle
Masseter muscle
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Oropharynx
Oropharynx
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Lower esophageal sphincter
Lower esophageal sphincter
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Peristalsis
Peristalsis
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Parietal cells
Parietal cells
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Pepsin
Pepsin
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Chyme
Chyme
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Cephalic phase
Cephalic phase
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Gastrin
Gastrin
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Duodenum
Duodenum
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Villi
Villi
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Pancreatic amylase
Pancreatic amylase
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Liver's digestive function
Liver's digestive function
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Study Notes
Digestive System Anatomy
- The pancreas, liver, and gallbladder are accessory organs of digestion.
- The enteric nervous system regulates the digestive tract's movements and secretions.
- The visceral peritoneum lines the abdominal cavity's organs.
Oral Cavity Structure and Function
- The palatine tonsils are located in the oral cavity.
- Saliva production is stimulated by the parasympathetic nervous system.
- Salivary amylase is the main enzyme responsible for carbohydrate digestion in the mouth.
- Canines are the teeth specialized for tearing food.
- The masseter muscle closes the jaw during mastication.
Pharynx and Esophagus
- The oropharynx is the part of the pharynx that carries both food and air.
- The lower esophageal sphincter prevents stomach acid from backing up into the esophagus.
- Peristalsis refers to muscle contractions that move food along the digestive tract.
Stomach Functions and Secretions
- Parietal cells secrete hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
- Pepsin's primary role is to digest proteins.
- Chyme is formed by food mixing with gastric secretions.
- The cephalic phase of gastric secretion is triggered by the sight, smell, or thought of food.
- Gastrin is released in response to the presence of food in the stomach.
Small Intestine Anatomy and Absorption
- The duodenum is the part of the small intestine closest to the stomach.
- Villi in the small intestine increase surface area for absorption.
- Pancreatic amylase is the primary enzyme responsible for carbohydrate digestion in the small intestine.
Liver, Gallbladder, and Pancreas
- The liver's primary digestive function is to produce bile.
- Bile salts are crucial for lipid digestion.
- The pancreas produces amylase, lipase, trypsin, and ribonuclease.
- Insulin is secreted by the pancreatic islets.
- Pancreatic bicarbonate neutralizes stomach acid in the duodenum.
Large Intestine Functions
- The large intestine's main function is to absorb water and electrolytes.
- The cecum is the section of the large intestine closest to the small intestine.
- Mass movements in the colon are typically initiated by distension of the stomach.
- Bacteria in the large intestine produce Vitamin K.
- The rectum's main function is to store and expel waste.
Nutrition and Metabolism
- Carbohydrates are the body's primary energy source.
- A calorie is defined as the energy needed to raise 1 gram of water by 1 degree Celsius.
- Triglycerides are primarily stored in adipose tissue.
- Calcium is crucial for muscle contraction and nerve function.
- Vitamin C is water-soluble and needs to be consumed daily.
Nutrition and Metabolism (Continued)
- Glycogenesis is the process of converting glucose into glycogen for storage.
- Excess glucose is primarily stored in the body as glycogen.
- Lipolysis involves the breakdown of triglycerides into fatty acids and glycerol.
- Gluconeogenesis is the process of synthesizing glucose from non-carbohydrate sources.
- Glucagon and insulin regulate blood glucose levels.
- Iron is critical for the formation of hemoglobin.
- Glycolysis is the process that breaks down glucose into pyruvate in the cytoplasm
Body Temperature Regulation
- The hypothalamus acts as the body's thermostat in temperature regulation.
- Radiation involves losing heat through infrared rays.
- Sweating cools the body through evaporation.
- Shivering increases body temperature by increasing metabolic heat production.
- A fever results from the hypothalamus raising the body's set point.
Carbohydrate Digestion and Absorption
- Salivary amylase is the primary enzyme responsible for starch digestion in the mouth.
- Pancreatic amylase continues carbohydrate digestion in the small intestine.
- Maltase breaks down maltose into two glucose molecules.
- Glucose is the main monosaccharide absorbed by the intestines.
Protein Digestion and Absorption
- Pepsin initiates protein digestion in the stomach.
- Trypsin and chymotrypsin are protein-digesting enzymes released from the pancreas.
- Peptidases in the small intestine break down peptides into amino acids.
Lipid Digestion and Absorption
- Emulsification is the process of breaking down large fat droplets into smaller ones.
- Bile salts emulsify lipids.
- Chylomicrons are the form in which lipids are transported in the lymphatic system.
Vitamins and Minerals
- Vitamin A is essential for vision.
- Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin.
- Calcium is necessary for nerve transmission.
- Vitamin C deficiency can cause scurvy.
Energy Production and ATP
- ATP's primary function in cells is to provide energy for cellular processes.
- Mitochondria are the primary location of aerobic respiration.
- Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm.
- Water and carbon dioxide are the end products of aerobic respiration.
- The citric acid cycle produces NADH and FADH2.
- Aerobic respiration produces 32 ATP molecules from one glucose molecule.
- Beta-oxidation breaks down fatty acids into acetyl-CoA.
Absorptive and Postabsorptive States
- The absorptive state occurs immediately after a meal.
- The body relies on stored nutrients for energy during the postabsorptive state.
Liver and Detoxification
- The liver detoxifies ammonia by converting it to urea.
Hormones and Metabolic Regulation
- Glucagon is released in response to low blood glucose levels.
- Insulin primarily promotes glucose uptake by cells.
- Epinephrine is released during the "fight or flight" response.
- Cortisol increases blood glucose levels during stress.
Digestive Enzymes and Functions
- Lactase breaks down lactose into glucose and galactose.
- Lipase is the primary enzyme responsible for fat digestion.
- Cholecystokinin (CCK) stimulates bile release from the gallbladder.
- Secretin stimulates pancreatic bicarbonate secretion.
Macromolecule Absorption and Transport
- Amino acids are absorbed into the bloodstream through capillaries in the villi.
- Monosaccharides are transported to the liver via the hepatic portal vein.
- Chylomicrons transport lipids in the lymphatic system.
Large Intestine and Water Absorption
- The large intestine's primary role is to absorb water and electrolytes.
- Bacteria in the intestine produce Vitamin K.
Epithelial Cells of The Small Intestine
- The epithelial cells of the small intestine play a crucial role in nutrient absorption
- Bile salts aid in the digestion and absorption of fats within the small intestine
Energy Storage and Utilization
- Excess amino acids are primarily converted to urea and stored as triglycerides
- Triglycerides are the main form of lipid storage in adipose tissue
- Ketone bodies are produced when the body breaks down fat for energy in low blood glucose conditions
- During intense exercise, muscle cells primarily produce ATP through glycolysis
- Glycolysis is an anaerobic process that does not require oxygen
Additional Concepts in Thermoregulation
- Evaporation is the process of heat loss through water vaporization
- Shivering is a mechanism to increase body temperature when it decreases
- The primary mechanism for heat loss when the body is warmer than the environment is radiation.
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Explore the fascinating structures and functions of the digestive system through this quiz. Topics include the roles of accessory organs, oral cavity functions, and the mechanics of swallowing and digestion. Test your knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and digestive processes.
