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Physiology Set2
Study Material WK7-13
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The hormone thought to be a messenger causing release of digestive enzymes from the intestinal mucosa is: | Vasoactive intestinal peptide |
| Hormone released when fats and other nutrients in the duodenum stimulate the intestinal mucosa | Gastric inhibitory peptide |
| Deglutition | Process of swallowing |
| The process of glucose moving from the GI tract into the circulatory system | Cotransport |
| Peristalsis | The wave-like ripple of the muscle layer of the GI tract |
| Standard atmospheric pressure | 760 mm Hg |
| Tidal volume | The term used to describe the volume of air exchanged during normal inspiration and expiration |
| Vital capacity | The largest volume of air an individual can move in and out of the lungs |
| Diapedesis | The movement of phagocytes from blood vessels to an inflammation site |
| Intercellular fluid | Fluid that is clear, watery and contains protein molecules, salts, and other substances |
| A glycoprotein hormone that is secreted to increase oxygen concentration in the tissues | Erythropoietin |
| Valves | Mechanical devices that permit the flow of blood in one direction only |