Which layer of the digestive tract is in direct contact with the foodthat is consumed?a. mucosa c. serosab. muscularis d. submucosa

Q: The food coming out of the stomach is very acidic. It is neutralized and made somewhat alkaline by…

A: The digestion of food starts in the mouth. The salivary amylase is responsible for digestion of…

Q: Which statement is false about pancreatic juice?a. It is secreted through the main pancreatic duct…

A: The digestive organs that release secretions to facilitate digestion are called accessory digestive…

Q: A stabbing victim sustained a perforation to his large intestine. From the outermost layer to the…

A: According to Bartleby guidelines, we are required to attempt first question in case of multiple…

Q: Which of the following segments of the large intestine are not retroperitoneal: a. ascending colon a…

A: Introduction: The retroperitoneal space is the physical space behind (retro) the peritoneum. It has…

Q: Regarding defecation, which of the following is under voluntary control a. rectum O a O b O C Od Oe…

A: The digestive system plays a vital role in the breakdown and absorption of nutrients from the food…

Q: The duration of digestion of a meal is the longest if it was a:    A. sugar-rich meal  B.…

A: Duration of digestion of a meal varies according to the content of carbohydrates, proteins and fats…

Q: Which of the following organs is supported by a layer ofadventitia rather than serosa?a. esophagusb.…

A: The wall of alimentary canal is made up of four layers. From outer to inner side these layers are…

Q: Which of the following is not typically considered a defense against infection within the GI tract?…

A: Introduction: The digestive system comprises the digestive tract that is also referred to as the…

Q: Which of the following cells secretedigestive enzymes?a. chief cellsb. mucous neck cellsc. parietal…

A: Digestive enzymes are mostly generated in the pancreas, stomach, and small intestine. But even…

Q: Which of the following is an unregulated process in the digestive tract? a. secretion of…

A: The digestive tract can be defined as the hollow structure, which is formed by the attachment of the…

Q: The _____ of the stomach are responsible for the formation of hydrochloric acid (HCI). a. chief…

A: The food we eat, enters the stomach through oesophagus. It is guided by the sphincter muscle known…

Q: identify and describe the following digestive system disorders and their causes.   A. Acid reflux…

A: Digestive system disorders It includes :- 1 ) Constipation  2 ) Abdominal pain  3 ) Heartburn  4 )…

Q: Where does the majority of lipid digestion occur? a. large intestine b. stomach c. pancreas…

A: Biological macromolecules are the molecules that are needed in enough amount for the body. There are…

Q: Which hormone controls the release of bile from the gallbladder a. pepsin b. amylase c. CCK d.…

A: It is synthesized in the liver and stored in the gallbladder. They are the oxidation products of…

Q: What is/are the primary role(s) of the large intestine?

A: Introduction:The large intestine, also known as the colon, is a vital part of the digestive system.…

Q: Some agents that cause diarrhea increase peristalsis of the intestine. Explain how medications that…

A: Peristalsis is the wave-like movement to conduct the movement of food through the digestive system.…

Q: Chyme arriving in the small intestine would stimulate the beginning of the _________________ phase…

A: There are three digestive phases: The first phase of ingestion is called as cephalic phase.…

Q: When you experience heartburn, which stomach structure isn't functioning correctly? Explain your…

A: The Gastro-Intestinal Tract is another name for the alimentary canal (GI Tract). It is a continuous…

Q: The ______ is derived from the cranial part of the primaryintestinal loop.a. jejunumb. cecumc.…

A: The midgut is present caudal to the bile duct's entry into the duodenum and terminates at the…

Q: What is the role of mucus secreted by the stomach? 1. To protect the lining of the stomach 2. To…

A: The stomach is a large J shape organ which receives the food from oesophagus .  The muscular wall of…

Q: What anatomical feature in digestive cells allows more digestion? Select an answer and submit. a…

A: The process of conversion of complex food substances to simple absorbable forms is called digestion.…

Q: Which of these processes occurs in the mouth? a. ingestion b. mechanical digestion c. chemical…

A: Mouth is the first organ of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.  The GI tract is involved in intake,…

Q: A gastric biopsy is taken from a 42-year-old man. As the pathologist inspects the specimen, he…

A: The objective of the question is to identify the region of the stomach from which the biopsy was…

Q: In the famous conditioning experiment, Pavlov demonstrated that his dogs started drooling in…

A: Ivan Pavlov was a Russian physiologist who accidently discovered Pavlovian conditioning (classical…

Q: After digested nutrients go from the intestines into the blood, where does that nutrient-rich blood…

A: The digestive system is responsible for digestion and absorption of nutrients containing of consumed…

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Q: One of the following is not a function of the liver, which one? a. storage of fat-soluble vitamins…

A: The liver is the biggest gland in the body, weighing around 1.2 to 1.5 kg in an adult person. It has…

Q: Which event occurs in the small intestine?    a The continuation of fat digestion   b The…

A: The correct option that occurs in small intestines is shown below.

Q: How does Jane's problem with Ulcerative Colitis differ from Crohn’s disease (another Inflammatory…

A: Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis of Jane both are gastrointestinal tract inflammation.…

Q: What structures in the oral cavity contribute to the process of digestion? A. Teeth, salivary…

A: Answer: Option (d) is correct. - teeth,tongue and salivary glands.