1. Brief Intro To The Gut Flashcards
1
Q
What are the parts of the alimentary canal?
A
Mouth
Oesophagus
Small intestine - duodenum, jejunum, ileum
Large intestine - cecum, ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon, sigmoid colon
Rectum
Anus
2
Q
What is chyme?
A
A fluid that passes out from the stomach that consists of gastric secretion and partially digested food
3
Q
What happens in the jejunum/ileum?
A
Final digestion Nutrient absorption Water/electrolyte absorption Bile recirculating B12 absorption
4
Q
What happens in the large bowel?
A
Final water absorption
Temporary storage
Final electrolyte absorption
