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Which structure is responsible for moving the food from the mouth to the stomach?

  • Stomach
  • Pharynx
  • Esophagus (correct)
  • Esophageal sphincter

What is the primary function of bile in the digestive process?

  • To facilitate peristalsis in the intestines
  • To directly break down proteins into amino acids
  • To produce digestive enzymes
  • To emulsify fats and neutralize stomach acid (correct)

Where does the majority of nutrient absorption occur within the digestive system?

  • Ileum
  • Large intestine
  • Jejunum (correct)
  • Duodenum

Which glands produce the digestive enzymes necessary for breaking down food?

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What is the primary function of mucous neck cells?

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Which of the following substances is primarily produced by the liver to regulate fluid balance in the bloodstream?

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What is the role of villi in the intestines?

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What process describes the involuntary muscle contractions that push food through the alimentary canal?

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What role does the liver play in relation to amino acids?

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How does the liver contribute to the blood coagulation process?

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Which part of the large intestine is responsible for storing feces?

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What is formed in the mouth when food is chewed and mixed with saliva?

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What is the main component of pancreatic juice that neutralizes stomach acid in the duodenum?

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What is the primary function of bile secreted by the liver?

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What enzyme in pancreatic juice hydrolyzes starch and glycogen into maltose?

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Which of the following nutrients is NOT stored in significant amounts by the liver?

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What is the primary role of the large bowel in the digestive system?

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How does primary active transport differ from secondary active transport?

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What characteristic is true of the gut microbiota?

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Which statement accurately represents facilitated diffusion?

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What is the primary function of the rectum in the digestive system?

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Which statement best relates to the gut-brain axis?

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What is the significance of anaerobic bacteria in the gut?

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What distinguishes the gut microbiome from the individual species of gut microbiota?

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What is the primary role of incisors in the human dentition?

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Which digestive enzyme present in saliva is responsible for breaking down carbohydrates?

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Which structure is located behind the stomach?

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What is the normal gastric capacity of the stomach in adults?

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What is the function of the pyloric sphincter?

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Which cells in the stomach secrete hydrochloric acid?

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What role does intrinsic factor play in digestion?

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Which type of nerve network stimulates secretory activity in the stomach?

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What is the primary function of the small intestine?

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Which section of the small intestine is involved in neutralizing stomach acids?

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What is the role of Brunner's glands?

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What are the primary products of digestion absorbed in the jejunum?

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What distinguishes the ileum from the other sections of the small intestine?

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What increases the surface area of the small intestine for absorption?

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How does digested food enter the blood vessels in the small intestine?

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Which of the following statements about the length of the small intestine is correct?

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Flashcards

Digestive System

The series of organs responsible for breaking down food and absorbing nutrients.

Alimentary Canal

The muscular tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach.

Digestive Enzymes

Chemical substances that speed up the breakdown of food in the digestive system.

Peristalsis

The process of pushing food through the digestive tract using muscle contractions.

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Esophageal Sphincter

A muscular valve that controls the entrance of food from the esophagus into the stomach.

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Stomach

The organ responsible for storing and partially digesting food.

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Villi

Finger-like projections in the small intestine that increase surface area for nutrient absorption.

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Liver

The organ that filters blood, produces bile, and plays a role in digestion.

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Alimentary canal length

The alimentary canal, or digestive tract, is a long, muscular tube that stretches from the mouth to the anus. When fully extended, it can reach up to 10 meters in length.

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Tooth function

Our teeth have different shapes and sizes because they serve different functions in breaking down food. Incisors are for biting and tearing, canines for holding and cutting, while premolars and molars are for crushing and chewing.

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Saliva's role in digestion

Saliva plays a crucial role in digestion. It contains an enzyme called amylase which starts the breakdown of carbohydrates like starches into simpler sugars.

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Location of the stomach

The stomach, a J-shaped muscular organ, sits on the left side of your abdomen. It's important for churning food and breaking it down with gastric juices.

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Stomach sphincters

Two sphincters control the flow of food in and out of the stomach. The lower esophageal sphincter prevents backflow from the stomach, while the pyloric sphincter regulates the passage of partially digested food into the small intestine.

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Chief cells

Chief cells in the stomach produce pepsinogen, a precursor to pepsin, an enzyme that breaks down proteins.

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Parietal cells

Parietal cells produce hydrochloric acid (HCl), which creates an acidic environment in the stomach that aids digestion. They also secrete intrinsic factor, which helps absorb vitamin B12 in the intestines.

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Stomach capacity

The stomach can expand to hold around 1 liter of food, but its maximum capacity in adults can reach 2-4 liters. This expansion allows for accommodating larger meals.

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Absorption

The process of transferring digested nutrients from the small intestine into the bloodstream or lymphatic system.

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Primary Active Transport

A type of active transport that uses energy directly from ATP to move substances against their concentration gradient.

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Secondary Active Transport

A type of active transport that uses the energy stored in an electrochemical gradient to move substances across a membrane.

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Facilitated Diffusion

The passive movement of molecules across a membrane with the help of specific transport proteins.

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Large Bowel

The final part of the digestive system, where water is absorbed and waste material is stored before elimination.

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Gut Microbiota

The diverse community of microorganisms, mainly bacteria, that live in the digestive tract.

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Gastrointestinal Microbiome

The genetic material of all the microorganisms in the gut microbiota.

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Rectum

The temporary storage site for feces in the digestive system.

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What are Mucous Neck Cells?

Located in the neck of glands, these cells produce bicarbonate ions and mucus.

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What is Albumin?

A protein produced by the liver; it helps maintain blood volume and transports substances like hormones and vitamins.

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What is the Liver's Role in Blood Purification?

The liver's primary function of removing toxins, byproducts, and harmful substances from the blood.

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How Does the Liver Regulate Amino Acids?

The liver regulates amino acid levels in the bloodstream, ensuring sufficient material for protein synthesis.

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How does the Liver Contribute to Blood Clotting?

The liver produces blood clotting factors, utilizing vitamin K, which helps to stop bleeding.

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What Vitamins and Minerals Does the Liver Store?

The liver stores significant amounts of vitamins A, D, E, K, and B12, as well as iron and copper, which act as co-enzymes.

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How does the Liver Process Glucose?

The liver removes excess glucose from the blood and stores it as glycogen. It can also convert glycogen back to glucose when needed.

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What is the Role of Bile in Digestion?

The liver secretes bile, which emulsifies fats in the duodenum, making them easier to digest.

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What is the duodenum?

The first part of the small intestine, about 20 cm long, shaped like a 'C'. It receives digested food from the stomach and mixes it with digestive juices from the pancreas and liver.

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What are villi?

Small finger-like projections that extend into the lumen of the small intestine, increasing its surface area for digestion and absorption.

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What are microvilli?

Microscopic hair-like projections that extend from the surface of each villus, further increasing the surface area of the small intestine.

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What is nutrient absorption?

The process by which nutrients from digested food pass from the small intestine into the bloodstream.

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What is the jejunum?

The middle section of the small intestine, about 2.5 m long, where most nutrient absorption occurs. It contains circular folds and villi that increase its surface area.

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What is the ileum?

The final section of the small intestine, responsible for absorbing leftover nutrients and some vitamins and minerals.

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What is chyle?

The milky fluid produced by the small intestine that contains absorbed fats.

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What is active transport?

A type of transport across cell membranes that requires energy to move substances against their concentration gradient.

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Study Notes

Digestive System Overview

  • The alimentary canal is the pathway food takes through the body
  • Digestive enzymes break down food for nutrient absorption
  • Salivary glands, liver, and pancreas are key digestive glands

Peristalsis

  • Peristalsis is a series of involuntary muscle contractions
  • It moves food through the digestive tract
  • The esophagus, stomach, and intestines utilize peristalsis

Small Intestine

  • Food mixes with enzymes and bile in the small intestine
  • Bile breaks down fats, increasing surface area for enzymes
  • The small intestine absorbs nutrients into the bloodstream
  • Villi and microvilli increase the surface area, enhancing absorption

Large Intestine

  • The large intestine absorbs water from food residues
  • Waste material is stored in the rectum until elimination
  • It is a shorter and wider structure compared to the small intestine

Teeth

  • Humans have different shaped teeth with specific functions
  • Incisors are for biting and tearing
  • Canines hold and cut food
  • Premolars and molars crush and grind food

Saliva

  • Saliva contains amylase, a digestive enzyme that breaks down food

Stomach

  • The stomach is located in the upper left quadrant of the abdominal cavity
  • It is surrounded by sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves
  • The stomach holds approximately a litre of food; the maximum capacity is 2-4 litres
  • The lower esophageal sphincter and the pyloric sphincter contain the contents of the stomach

Gastric Glands

  • Chief cells produce pepsinogen
  • Parietal cells secrete hydrochloric acid and intrinsic factor
  • Mucous neck cells produce bicarbonate ions and mucus

Liver Anatomy

  • The liver filters blood, removing toxins, byproducts, and harmful substances
  • It produces bile and stores vitamins (A, D, E, K, and B12) and minerals (iron and copper)
  • It processes glucose, storing it as glycogen and converting it back when needed.
  • The liver has its own blood supply via hepatic artery and portal vein

Liver Lobule Microanatomy

  • The liver is composed of hepatocytes (functional cells) within a framework of stroma
  • Hepatic triad (branch of hepatic portal vein, branch of proper hepatic artery, and bile ductule) are found at each corner
  • Bile canaliculi are channels where bile is collected and transported

Liver Conditions

  • Fatty liver disease
  • Chronic Hepatitis
  • Liver cirrhosis
  • Liver Cancer

Liver Functions

  • Albumin production
  • Purifying blood (removal of toxins, byproducts, etc.)
  • Regulating amino acid levels
  • Producing blood-clotting factors
  • Storing vitamins and minerals
  • Converting glycogen to glucose as needed

Pancreatic Juice

  • Pancreatic juice is secreted into the duodenum
  • It contains sodium bicarbonate, pancreatic amylase, trypsinogen, and lipase
  • Sodium bicarbonate neutralizes stomach acid in the duodenum

Small Intestine (Continued)

  • It has three structural sections: duodenum, jejunum, and ileum
  • The duodenum receives chyme from the stomach and pancreatic juice and bile
  • Villi and microvilli greatly increase its surface area for absorption
  • Absorption of sugars, amino acids, and fatty acids occurs in the jejunum

Absorption

  • Digested food enters the bloodstream/lymph through the small intestine wall, mainly in the jejunum

Large Intestine (Continued)

  • The large intestine absorbs water from the digested material and stores waste (feces) in the rectum until elimination
  • It is the last part of the gastrointestinal tract

Rectum and Defecation

  • The rectum stores feces for elimination
  • Internal and external anal sphincters control defecation
  • The stretch receptors in the rectal walls trigger the defecation reflex

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Test your knowledge about the digestive system with this quiz. Covering topics from the alimentary canal to the structure and function of the small and large intestines, as well as the role of digestive enzymes and peristalsis, this quiz is designed to enhance your understanding. Perfect for students studying biology or health sciences.

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