Pancreatic Juice Composition and Function
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What is the composition of intestinal juice?

  • Slightly alkaline (pH 7.4–7.8) (correct)
  • Highly acidic (pH 1.5–2.0)
  • Slightly acidic (pH 4.5–5.5)
  • Neutral (pH 7.0)

    • Which organ in the digestive system releases bile and pancreatic juice into the duodenum?

  • Stomach
  • Liver
  • Pancreas (correct)
  • Gallbladder

    • What structures increase the surface area of the small intestine for digestion and absorption?

  • Rugae
  • Haustra
  • Peyer's patches
  • Villi and microvilli (correct)

    • In which part of the small intestine are Peyer's patches found?

    <p>Ileum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the large intestine in the digestive system?

    <p>Storage of feces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the circular folds found in the small intestine?

    <p>Plicae circulares</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pH range of intestinal juice compared to blood plasma?

    <p>More alkaline than blood plasma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ covers the duodenum with an adventitia instead of a serosa?

    <p>Stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which subdivision of the small intestine is responsible for digestion and absorption?

    <p>Jejunum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structures control the movement of food into the duodenum from the stomach?

    <p>Pylorus and feedback signals from the large intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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