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List the 6 major activities involved in the processing of food

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  • Ingestion
  • Mechanical Breakdown
  • Propulsion
  • Digestion
  • Absorption
  • Defecation

These activities are the functions of the digestive system.

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What are the layers of the alimentary canal?

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  • Mucosa
  • Submucosa
  • Muscularis externa
  • Serosa

The mucosa layer includes epithelium, lamina propria, and muscularis mucosae.

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Describe the mucosa layer of the alimentary canal.

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The mucosa consists of:
* Epithelial lining (simple columnar)
* Lamina propria (loose areolar CT)
* Muscularis mucosae (smooth muscle)

Functions include secretion, absorption, and protection.

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What is the tissue type of the submucosa?

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Areolar connective tissue

The submucosa is highly vascular and contains blood and lymph vessels.

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What are the two major layers of the muscularis external?

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  • Inner Circular layer
  • Outer Longitudinal layer

The inner circular layer can thicken to form sphincters.

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What is the tissue type of the serosa?

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Areolar connective tissue covered with mesothelium

The serosa is also known as the visceral peritoneum.

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What epithelial tissue type is found in the mouth?

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Stratified squamous epithelium

It is keratinized in some areas.

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What type of epithelium is found in the stomach?

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Simple columnar epithelium

All cells in the stomach are secretory.

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What are the names of the sphincters in the digestive system?

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  • Lower esophageal sphincter (cardiac sphincter)
  • Pyloric sphincter
  • Ileocecal sphincter
  • Hepatopancreatic sphincter

These sphincters control food passage and secretion.

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What adaptations does the stomach have to its muscularis externa?

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It has an additional oblique muscle layer

This aids in breaking down food and moving it to the small intestine.

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What is the primary function of gastric mucous neck cells?

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To produce thin mucus that protects the stomach lining

This mucus protects against gastric acid.

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What hormone controls the secretion of gastric juices?

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Gastrin

It regulates HCl secretion and digestive enzymes.

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What are the phases of gastric secretion regulation?

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  • Cephalic phase
  • Gastric phase
  • Intestinal phase

Each phase has distinct triggers and effects on gastric secretion.

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What is the major type of motility in the stomach?

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Peristalsis

It aids in mechanical breakdown and propulsion of chyme.

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What are the three major modifications of the small intestine wall?

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  • Circular folds
  • Villi
  • Microvilli (brush border)

These structures increase surface area for absorption.

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What is the role of the simple columnar absorptive cells in the small intestine?

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To absorb nutrients and electrolytes from digested food

These cells are primarily found in the epithelial villus mucosa.

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What do intestinal crypts secrete?

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Intestinal juice (water with mucus)

They help absorb nutrients and contain various cell types.

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What are the two types of motility found in the small intestine?

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  • Segmentation
  • Peristalsis

Segmentation mixes chyme, while peristalsis moves food residue towards the large intestine.

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What is the main digestive role of the liver?

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To produce bile

Bile helps emulsify fats.

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What are the three functions of hepatocytes?

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  • Glycogen storage
  • Protein production
  • Detoxification

They metabolize and inactivate various compounds.

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What is the function of the gall bladder?

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To store excess bile

It releases bile into the small intestine when needed.

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What are the major functions of pancreatic juice?

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Contains enzymes that breakdown all categories of food

Produced by acinar cells.

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Describe the unique structural features of the large intestine.

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  • Teniae coli
  • Haustra
  • Epiploic appendages

These structures contribute to the function and appearance of the large intestine.

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What is the gastroileum reflex?

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Caused by stomach activity and gastrin release leading to increased ileum segmentation

It helps push food residues into the large intestine.

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What is the role of the mucosa in the large intestine?
To secrete mucus for food passage and protect the wall ## Footnote The mucosa consists of simple columnar epithelial cells with goblet cells.
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What are the two types of movements in the large intestine?
* Haustral contractions * Mass movements ## Footnote These movements help propel contents towards the rectum.
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What triggers the defecation reflex?
Mass movements pushing feces into the rectum ## Footnote This involves both involuntary and voluntary control.
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Which anal sphincter is under voluntary control?
External anal sphincter ## Footnote This allows for conscious control over defecation.
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Where does chemical digestion occur for proteins?
Stomach and small intestine ## Footnote Enzymatic digestion is crucial for protein breakdown.
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What is the function of amylase?
Digests carbohydrates (starches) ## Footnote Amylase is produced in the mouth and small intestine.
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What is the role of maltase?
Digests carbohydrates (maltose) ## Footnote Maltase is produced in the small intestine (brush border).
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What is the function of lactase?
Digests carbohydrates (lactose) ## Footnote Lactase is also produced in the small intestine (brush border).
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What is the function of Amylase and where is it produced?
Digest carbohydrates (starches); produced in mouth and small intestine (pancreas) ## Footnote Amylase is crucial for breaking down starches into simpler sugars.
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What is the function of Maltase and where is it produced?
Digest carbohydrates (maltose); produced in small intestine (brush border) ## Footnote Maltase specifically targets maltose, a disaccharide.
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What is the function of Lactase and where is it produced?
Digest carbohydrates (lactose); produced in small intestine (brush border) ## Footnote Lactase is essential for lactose digestion in dairy products.
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What is the function of Lipase and where is it produced?
Digest lipids (fatty acids and triglycerides); produced in mouth, stomach, and small intestine (pancreas) ## Footnote Lipase is critical for the digestion of dietary fats.
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What is the function of Pepsin and where is it produced?
Digest proteins; produced in stomach, pancreas, and small intestine (brush border) ## Footnote Pepsin is activated in the acidic environment of the stomach.
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What is the function of Trypsin and where is it produced?
Digest proteins; produced in small intestine (from pancreas) ## Footnote Trypsin is a key enzyme for protein digestion in the small intestine.
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Match the disorder with its description: Constipation.
When food remains in the colon for extended periods, too much water is absorbed and the stool becomes hard and difficult to pass ## Footnote Constipation can lead to discomfort and requires dietary adjustments.
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Match the disorder with its description: Heartburn.
A burning, radiating substernal pain that occurs when stomach acid regurgitates into the esophagus ## Footnote Heartburn is often exacerbated by certain foods and positions.
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Match the disorder with its description: Diarrhea.
Any condition that rushes food residue through the large intestine without sufficient time to absorb remaining water; usual cause is irritation of the colon by bacteria ## Footnote Diarrhea can lead to dehydration if not managed properly.
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Match the disorder with its description: Gastric ulcers.
An erosion of the stomach wall usually caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria which burrow through the stomach mucus ## Footnote Gastric ulcers can cause significant pain and require medical treatment.
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Match the disorder with its description: Appendicitis.
Acute inflammation resulting from a blockage that traps infectious bacteria in its lumen ## Footnote Appendicitis is a medical emergency that often requires surgery.
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Label the following layers of the alimentary canal: A. Mucosa A1. Epithelium A2. Lamina propria A3. Muscularis mucosae B. Submucosa C. Muscularis externa D. Serosa
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Identify the following structures of the stomach: A. cardiac region B. Fundus C. Body D. Pylorus E. Pyloric sphincter /valve F. Rugae G. Longitudinal musclularis H. Circular muscularis I. Oblique muscularis
Cardiac region I Fundus H Body D Pylorus F Pyloric sphincter /valve G Rugae E Longitudinal musclularis A Circular muscularis B Oblique muscularis C
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. Label the following structures: Esophagus ______ Duodenum ______ Transverse colon ______ Liver ______ Gall bladder ______ Pancreas ______ Duodenum ______ Bile duct ______ Pancreatic duct ______ Hepatopancreatic ampulla ______ Hepatopancreatic sphincter ______ Duodenal papilla ______
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Label the following structures: Esophagus ______ Duodenum ______ Transverse colon ______
Label the following structures: Esophagus ___A___ Duodenum ___E___ Transverse colon ___C__
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Liver ______ Gall bladder ______ Pancreas ______ Duodenum ______ Bile duct ______ Pancreatic duct ______ Hepatopancreatic ampulla ______ Hepatopancreatic sphincter ______ Duodenal papilla ______
Liver __H____ Gall bladder __G____ Pancreas __J____ Duodenum __E___ Bile duct ___I___ Pancreatic duct __M____ Hepatopancreatic ampulla ___L___ Hepatopancreatic sphincter ___ L ___ Duodenal papilla __K____
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Label the following structures of the large intestine:
Label the following structures of the large intestine: Cecum F Appendix E Ascending colon G Transverse colon A Descending colon B Sigmoid colon C Rectum D Anal canal H
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