Anatomy: Gastro Flashcards
1
Q
Peristalsis
A
wave like contractions
2
Q
Liver
A
produces bile needed to break down fat
3
Q
small intestines
A
Responsible for absorptions of nutrients
Divided into 3 sections
4
Q
Large Intestines
A
absorption is completed here
solid waste products are produced
divided to 5 sections: cecum, ascending, transverse, descending, sigmoid
5
Q
Function of the Gallbladder
A
Stores bile
connects to small intestines
6
Q
Pancreas
A
aid with digestion
increases and decreases blood sugar
produces insulin
7
Q
Rectum VS Anus
A
rectum stores feces…. anus allows opening for defecation
