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Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

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Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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Small intestine 1. How long is it ? Which segments make up the small intestine? Which foods are digested here? Which nutrients are absorbed here? 2. What are villi and what is their function? 3. What are lacteals? Which digested materials do they absorb? 4. The small intestine produces many important enzymes what does each do ? a. Peptidases b. Maltese c. Sucrase d. Lactase

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The small intestine is a long tube-like structure that connects the stomach and large intestine. It has several folds and can be distinguished into three parts: duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. The duodenum is the first part of the small intestine which is U-shaped. The jejunum is the coiled middle portion of the small intestine. The ileum is the longest part of the small intestine that is highly coiled.

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