Digestion Flashcards
One empty this hormone is released which tells the brain to send hunger
Ghrelinis
The hormone CCK signals this hormone that tells the brain its full
Leptina
Protein molecules that aid in the breakdown of food
Absorption
Food needs to be broken down into smallest molecules before they can be
Absorbed
Breaks fat into fatty acids and glycerol
Lipase
Splits carbohydrates into simple sugars
Amylase
Breaks proteins into single amino acids
Protease
Salivary glands
Mouth, secretes saliva, makes it easy for food to move down throat
Tongue
Mouth, muscular organ that maneuvers food food during chewing
Epiglottis
Mouth ,prevents food from entering windpipes
Upper esophageal sphincter
Esophagus, muscle that allows food to enter the esophagus
Stomach
J shaped pouch that holds and digests food with gastric acid
Liver
Stomach area, accessory to digestion, detoxifies blood , makes bile
Gallbladder
Stomach area, concentrates bile, from liver
Pancreas
Stomach area, produces insulin and enzymes, aids digestion in small intestine