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What is the main function of the gastrointestinal system?
What is the main function of the gastrointestinal system?
- To break down proteins, fats, and complex carbohydrates (correct)
- To absorb vitamins and minerals
- To secrete hydrochloric acid and bile
- To produce digestive enzymes
Which part of the gastrointestinal system is responsible for attacking proteins and fats?
Which part of the gastrointestinal system is responsible for attacking proteins and fats?
- Salivary and lingual glands
- Stomach (correct)
- Exocrine portion of the pancreas
- Small intestine
What is the role of the enterocytes in the small intestine?
What is the role of the enterocytes in the small intestine?
- To line the small intestine with microvilli
- To produce digestive enzymes
- To absorb vitamins and minerals (correct)
- To secrete hydrochloric acid and bile
What is the function of the brush border on the enterocytes in the small intestine?
What is the function of the brush border on the enterocytes in the small intestine?
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Which component aids the action of the digestive enzymes in the gastrointestinal system?
Which component aids the action of the digestive enzymes in the gastrointestinal system?
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