Chapter 26 - digestive system Flashcards
1
Q
functions of the digestive system
A
- ingestion
- digestion
- propulsion
- secretion
- absorption
- elimination
2
Q
ingestion
A
taking in
3
Q
digestion
A
breaking down
4
Q
propulsion
A
- moving things through
- 2 types
- peristalsis (separate)
- segmentation (chop)
5
Q
oral cavity contains what type of tissue?
A
nonkeratinized stratified squamous
6
Q
how many teeth are there
A
32
7
Q
enzymes
A
chemically break stuff down
8
Q
labia
A
lips
9
Q
gingivae
A
gums
10
Q
fauces
A
opening in back of oral cavity
11
Q
salivary glands
A
secrete saliva
12
Q
what are the 3 pairs of salivary glands
A
- partoid (close to ear)
- submandibular (deepest)
- sublingual (under tongue)
13
Q
salivary amylase
A
helps break down food
14
Q
mastication
A
to chew
15
Q
what part of the tooth is the crown
A
top
