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Stephanie Gutierrez

Digestion Flash cards

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Because fats are insoluble in water, they must be Emulsified
transportation of dietary triglycerides and cholesterol via the lymphatic system into the bloodstream. Chylomicrons
A semi-fluid mixture of partially digested food, digestive enzymes, and bile in the gastrointestinal tract. Chyme
Which hormone is thought to stimulate peristalsis alongside intrinsic stretch reflexes? Gastrin
A hormone released by the small intestine that stimulates gallbladder contraction and pancreatic enzyme secretion. Cholecystokinin (CCK)
A hormone from the small intestine that inhibits gastric motility/acid and stimulates insulin release in response to fats and carbohydrates. Gastric inhibitory peptide (GIP)
What is the correct order of GI wall layers from superficial to deep? Serosa, muscularis, submucosa, mucosa
Which GI organ’s mucosa is composed of stratified squamous epithelium to resist abrasion? The esophagus.
Which salivary gland produces serous, enzyme-rich saliva near the ear? The parotid gland.
What makes up the hard palate? Formed by four bones: two maxillae and two palatine bones.
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