Gastrointestinal Physiology Overview
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What is the main function of amylase in the digestive system?

  • Regulating the rate at which contents are emptied into the small intestine
  • Hydrolysis of TG's
  • Moistening and lubricating food particles
  • Partial digestion of polysaccharides (correct)

    • What is the primary role of lipase in the digestive system?

  • Solubilizing food particles
  • Hydrolysis of TG's (correct)
  • Partial digestion of polysaccharides
  • Neutralizing HCl entering the small intestine

    • What is the main function of mucus in the stomach?

  • Providing lubrication (correct)
  • Storing food particles
  • Regulating the rate at which contents are emptied into the small intestine
  • Solubilizing food particles and killing microbes

    • What is the role of bile salts produced by the liver?

    <p>Solubilizing water-insoluble fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the large intestine in digestion?

    <p>Maintaining fluidity of luminal contents</p> Signup and view all the answers

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