Module 13 Flashcards
Deglutition
The act of swallowing.
Peristalsis
The process of contraction and relaxation of smooth muscle, which pushes food through the alimentary canal.
Lumen
The hole in the center of tube.
Micronutrients
The nutrients the body needs in small amounts; the vitamins and minerals.
Salivory Glands
The first source of amylase secreted into food.
Stores excess glucose as glycogen.
Liver
The first source of amylase secreted into food.
Salivory Glands
The second source of amylase secreted into food.
Pancreas
Produces bile.
Liver
Has gastric pits that release gastric juices.
Stomach
Holds feces and triggers the defecation reflex.
Rectum
Does the most nutrient absorption.
Small intestine.
Has endocrine and exocrine functions and is an accessory organ.
Pancreas
Contains glands which produce CCK
Small intestine
Contains glands which produce secretin.
Small intestine.