Summarize the effects of aging on the digestive system.

Q: How are functions in the gastrointestinal system such as 1.) chewing and swallowing and 2.)…

A: Normal aging can lead to changes in the gastrointestinal (GI) system which can impact several…

Q: describe the location and function of the peritoneum

A: The main body cavity that is present inside the body surrounding the digestive tract and other…

Q: Discuss what happens with an intestinal (or bowel) obstruction. explain how the digestive system…

A: Intestinal obstruction poses a significant threat to the normal functioning of the digestive system…

Q: Describe what happens to digestion and absorption in cases of severe undernutrition.

A: Severe under nutrition causes impairment in the digestive system and there by in digestion and…

Q: Choose a digestive disorder and explain it briefly. list the anatomical parts of the digestive…

A: GERD, or Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, is a chronic digestive condition where stomach acid flows…

Q: Discuss the act of defecation and the nerve innervation involved; actions of the internal and…

A: 1.   The large intestine is the last part of gastrointestinal tract, which is larger in diameter…

Q: Explain what would happen to a bite of food traveling through the digestive system from the mouth to…

A: Digestive system comprises of oegans which digest food into smaller particles which can get…

Q: Explain how the lesser peritoneal cavity and the gastric cavity is formed

A: Thе pеritonеal cavity is a crucial anatomical spacе within the human abdomеn. It is a part of thе…

Q: State which digestive functions occur in the differentregions of the digestive tract.

A: The cells that make up the human body require sufficient amounts of nutrients and energy to perform…

Q: What are the different effects of aging on the digestive system? Discuss briefly and give examples…

A: Digestive system includes the parts from mouth to anus which help in breaking and absorbing food.…

Q: Identify and describe the major events in digestive systemdevelopment

A: The digestive system is also known as the gastrointestinal tract or the GI tract. It consists of…

Q: Explain how excess fructose, but not other carbohydrates, can compromise the function of the liver.

A: Fructose It is also called fruit sugar. It is a simple sugar with having ketone group in its…

Q: Discuss the details of the liver importance and function in the digestive system.

A: The digestive system is one of the major organ systems in our body that aids in the breaking down of…