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What is the function of the intrinsic factor mentioned in the text?
What is the function of the intrinsic factor mentioned in the text?
- Aiding in the production of somatostatin
- Supporting the function of the common bile duct
- Assisting in the absorption of vitamin B12 (correct)
- Promoting the secretion of pepsinogen
Where does the common bile duct (Hepato pancreatic duct) open into?
Where does the common bile duct (Hepato pancreatic duct) open into?
- Ileocaecal valve
- Jejunum
- Mesentery
- Duodenum (correct)
What is the length of the small intestine as mentioned in the text?
What is the length of the small intestine as mentioned in the text?
- 7 meters
- 10 meters
- 5 meters
- 3 meters (correct)
Which part of the small intestine contains the ileocaecal valve?
Which part of the small intestine contains the ileocaecal valve?
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What is the function of the pancreatic juice?
What is the function of the pancreatic juice?
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Where is the crypts of Lieberkühn located?
Where is the crypts of Lieberkühn located?
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Study Notes
Digestive System
- Intrinsic factor is necessary for the absorption of vitamin B12 in the intestine.
- The common bile duct (Hepato pancreatic duct) opens into the duodenum.
- The small intestine is approximately 6.9 meters (22.6 feet) long.
- The ileocaecal valve is located at the junction of the ileum and the caecum.
- Pancreatic juice, produced by the pancreas, breaks down proteins, carbohydrates, and fats into smaller molecules.
- Crypts of Lieberkühn, small glands, are located in the mucous membrane of the small intestine.
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