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Which of the following enzymes is responsible for breaking down proteins in the intestine?
Which of the following enzymes is responsible for breaking down proteins in the intestine?
What is the primary site for the absorption of lipids?
What is the primary site for the absorption of lipids?
Which organ is considered an ancillary digestive organ due to its role in bile production and storage?
Which organ is considered an ancillary digestive organ due to its role in bile production and storage?
What is the hormonal control responsible for releasing bile into the intestine from the gall bladder?
What is the hormonal control responsible for releasing bile into the intestine from the gall bladder?
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In which condition does the liver experience scarring and loss of normal function?
In which condition does the liver experience scarring and loss of normal function?
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Which cell type is responsible for secreting lysozyme and antimicrobial bdefensins in the small intestine?
Which cell type is responsible for secreting lysozyme and antimicrobial bdefensins in the small intestine?
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What is the primary function of succus entericus secreted by the crypts and Brunner’s glands in the small intestine?
What is the primary function of succus entericus secreted by the crypts and Brunner’s glands in the small intestine?
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Where do chylomicrons, formed after the breakdown of triglycerides, get discharged in the body?
Where do chylomicrons, formed after the breakdown of triglycerides, get discharged in the body?
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In the large intestine, which cell type is responsible for the production of large quantities of alkaline fluid and mucus?
In the large intestine, which cell type is responsible for the production of large quantities of alkaline fluid and mucus?
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What is the main function of the liver in relation to blood composition?
What is the main function of the liver in relation to blood composition?
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The abdominal cavity is contained within an abdominal or ______ cavity.
The abdominal cavity is contained within an abdominal or ______ cavity.
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The peritoneal cavity is lined by the ______ which is the largest serous membrane of the body.
The peritoneal cavity is lined by the ______ which is the largest serous membrane of the body.
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The peritoneum consists of a layer of simple squamous ______ with an underlying supporting layer of areolar connective tissue.
The peritoneum consists of a layer of simple squamous ______ with an underlying supporting layer of areolar connective tissue.
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The alimentary canal is contained within an abdominal or ______ cavity.
The alimentary canal is contained within an abdominal or ______ cavity.
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The peritoneum consists of a layer of smooth simple squamous ______ with an underlying supporting layer of areolar connective tissue.
The peritoneum consists of a layer of smooth simple squamous ______ with an underlying supporting layer of areolar connective tissue.
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The layer covering some organs including the intestine is called ______
The layer covering some organs including the intestine is called ______
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In the embryo, the gut is suspended from the dorsal body wall by a dorsal ______ which elongates during foetal development
In the embryo, the gut is suspended from the dorsal body wall by a dorsal ______ which elongates during foetal development
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A special feature of the small intestine are the circularly arranged folds of the mucosa and submucosa called the ______
A special feature of the small intestine are the circularly arranged folds of the mucosa and submucosa called the ______
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The mucosa throughout the small intestine has developed large numbers of the finger-like projections called ______
The mucosa throughout the small intestine has developed large numbers of the finger-like projections called ______
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The plicae become less obvious and villi less numerous the further along the ______
The plicae become less obvious and villi less numerous the further along the ______
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Study Notes
Protein Breakdown and Lipid Absorption
- Proteins in the intestine are broken down by enzymes called proteases.
- The primary site for lipid absorption is the small intestine.
Ancillary Digestive Organs and Bile Regulation
- The liver serves as an ancillary digestive organ, responsible for bile production and storage.
- Cholecystokinin (CCK) is the hormone that triggers the release of bile into the intestine from the gallbladder.
Liver Conditions and Immune Response
- Cirrhosis is a condition characterized by liver scarring and loss of normal liver function.
- Paneth cells in the small intestine secrete lysozyme and antimicrobial defensins, contributing to gut immunity.
Function of Intestinal Secretions
- Succus entericus, secreted by the crypts and Brunner’s glands, primarily functions in digestion and absorption within the small intestine.
Lymphatic System and Mucosal Production
- Chylomicrons, which are formed after the breakdown of triglycerides, are discharged into the lymphatic system.
- In the large intestine, goblet cells are responsible for producing large quantities of alkaline fluid and mucus.
Liver Functions and Peritoneum
- One of the main functions of the liver is to maintain blood composition by regulating substances like protein and glucose.
- The abdominal cavity is also referred to as the peritoneal cavity, which is lined by the peritoneum.
Structure of the Peritoneum
- The peritoneum consists of a layer of simple squamous epithelium supported by connective tissue.
- The covering layer on some organs, including the intestines, is called the visceral peritoneum.
Embryonic Development and Intestinal Features
- In embryos, the gut is suspended from the dorsal body wall by a dorsal mesentery that elongates during fetal development.
- Features of the small intestine include circular folds of mucosa and submucosa known as plicae circulares.
Intestinal Adaptations
- The mucosal surface of the small intestine has numerous finger-like projections called villi that increase surface area for absorption.
- The appearance of plicae circulares and density of villi decreases as one moves further along the small intestine.
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Test your knowledge on intestinal enzymes, liver diseases like hepatitis and cirrhosis, and the functions of the large intestine. This quiz covers the learning outcomes related to digestion, absorption of lipids, and the role of the gastrointestinal system in the course CGIER 14 at RCSI.
