Fecal Physiology Flashcards
1
Q
Approximately _ of feces is excreted in a 24-hour period
A
100 - 200g
2
Q
intestinal gas
A
flatus
3
Q
carbohydrates are metabolized by _ in the _ intestine.
A
bacteria; lower
4
Q
digestion of ingested proteins, carbohydrates, and fats takes place throughout the
A
alimentary tract
5
Q
primary site for the final breakdown and reabsorp- tion of these compounds
A
small in- testine
6
Q
digestive enzymes are secreted by _ into the small intestine
A
pancreas
7
Q
digestive enzymes include
A
trypsin,
chymotrypsin,
amino peptidase,
lipase
8
Q
aid in the digestion of fats
A
bile (produced by the liver)
9
Q
capable of absorbing approxi- mately 3000 mL of water
A
large intestine
