Gastrointestinal Physiology Functions Quiz

Partially digesting polysaccharides (correct)

Solubilizing food particles, killing microbes, and activating pepsinogens

Hydrolyzing triglycerides

Moving food to the stomach by peristaltic waves

Moistening and lubricating food particles

Solubilizing water-insoluble fats (correct)

Regulating the rate at which contents are emptied into the small intestine

Hydrolyzing carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into monosaccharides, fatty acids, and amino acids

Storing and concentrating bile between meals

Neutralizing HCl entering the small intestine

Breaking down protein with pepsins (correct)

Providing lubrication for food particles

<p>Producing enzymes for digesting carbohydrates, fats, and proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Solubilizing organic waste products and trace metals</p> Signup and view all the answers