The Digestive System Flashcards
1
Q
Peristalsis is part of which digestive process?
A
Propulsion
2
Q
All of the following are part of the alimentary canal except the.. Pharynx Esophagus Small intestine Liver
A
Liver
3
Q
The gastric cells that secrete pepsinogen are the?
A
Chief cells
4
Q
Most of the digestive enzymes found in the small intestine are secreted by this accessory organ Liver Gallbladder Stomach Pancreas
A
Pancreas
5
Q
The fingerlike projections of the intestinal mucosa are called?
A
Villi
6
Q
This substance secreted by the pancreas helps neutralize chyme.
A
Bicarbonate
7
Q
This hormone triggers the release of enzyme-rich pancreatic juice.
A
CCK
8
Q
This hormone relaxes the hepatopancreatic sphincter.
A
CCK
9
Q
The main functions of the large intestine include all of the following Elimination of waste Absorption of water and electrolytes Absorption of nutrients Production of vitamins
A
Absorption of nutrients
10
Q
Amylase allows us to digest…?
A
Carbohydrates
