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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

Section: Chapter Questions

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

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How does the digestive system digests the following food:

Pizza with cheese, pepperoni and onions.

Break the food down into carbohydrates, fats, and proteins and follow the food through the digestive tract. Include the phases of digestion (cephalic, gastric, intestinal) along with the enzymes secreted at various portions of the alimentary canal.

1. Breakdown of the food into carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.

2. Description of chemical processes of digestion including enzymes in the stomach and intestines.

3. Description of the hormonal mechanisms including CCK, gastrin, and secretin.

Definition Definition Organ system that helps in the digestion of food by mechanical and biochemical processes. The digestive system breaks down food into simpler components that enable the body to then absorb or transport nutrients. The human digestive system includes the gastrointestinal tract or alimentary canal and the associate glands. The organs of the gastrointestinal tract include the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine. The associated glands include salivary glands, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.

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