Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (7th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (7th Edition)
7th Edition
ISBN: 9780321981226
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 21, Problem 1CC
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To determine: Whether the lumen of the digestive tract is located on the apical side or basolateral side of the intestinal epithelium.

Introduction: The digestive system initiates with the oral cavity consisting of the pharynx and mouth. This oral activity acts as the receptacle for food. After the food is swallowed, it enters the gastrointestinal tract. The gastrointestinal tract comprises stomach, oesophagus, large intestine, and the small intestine.

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The lumen of the digestive tract is located on the apical side of the intestinal epithelium. The apical side of the intestine is covered with microvilli, which increases the surface area for absorption. Partially digested food enters into the small intestine from the stomach and small intestine digest it properly and absorbs the nutrient.

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The lumen of the digestive tract is located on the apical side of the intestinal epithelium.

Summary Introduction

To determine: Whether the lumen of the digestive tract is located on the serosal side or mucosal side of the intestinal epithelium.

Introduction: The length of the small intestine of humans is about 20 feet long. Small intestine lies between the stomach, and large intestine and its primary function of the small intestine is the absorption of the food.

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The lumen of the digestive tract is located on the mucosal side of the intestinal epithelium. Mucosal cells comprise transporting epithelial cells, the exocrine and endocrine secretory cells as well as stem cells. The epithelial cells are also called enterocytes in the small intestine. The cells secrete mucus, ions, paracrine molecules, and enzymes into the lumen at the apical and mucosal surface of the epithelium.

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The lumen of the digestive tract is located on the mucosal side of the intestinal epithelium.

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