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What is the primary function of the intestinal epithelial barrier?
What is the primary function of the intestinal epithelial barrier?
- To produce bicarbonate
- To facilitate the passage of pathogens into the bloodstream
- To control the absorption of nutrients and prevent the passage of toxins (correct)
- To regulate the autonomic nervous system
Where does digestion begin?
Where does digestion begin?
- In the large intestine
- In the mouth (correct)
- In the stomach
- In the small intestine
What percentage of nutrient absorption occurs in the small intestine?
What percentage of nutrient absorption occurs in the small intestine?
- 100%
- 95% (correct)
- 50%
- 75%
What is the purpose of Brunner's glands in the duodenum?
What is the purpose of Brunner's glands in the duodenum?
What type of cells are found throughout the small intestine and secrete mucous?
What type of cells are found throughout the small intestine and secrete mucous?
What is the primary site for cationic mineral absorption in the small intestine?
What is the primary site for cationic mineral absorption in the small intestine?
What are the crypts of Lieberkuhn responsible for producing?
What are the crypts of Lieberkuhn responsible for producing?
What is the function of the intestinal glands found in the jejunum?
What is the function of the intestinal glands found in the jejunum?
What is the role of the hepatopancreatic sphincter?
What is the role of the hepatopancreatic sphincter?
What is the function of the villi in the jejunum?
What is the function of the villi in the jejunum?
What is the main function of the Peyer's patches found in the ileum?
What is the main function of the Peyer's patches found in the ileum?
What is the characteristic of the jejunum that ensures efficient delivery of absorbed nutrients to the rest of the body?
What is the characteristic of the jejunum that ensures efficient delivery of absorbed nutrients to the rest of the body?
