chapter 14
which of the following best describes the role of the esophogus in digestion
connects the mouth to the stomach and has no function in chemical digestion
the primary function of the small intestine is to?
digest and absorb nutrients
villi, microvilli, and the folds of the small intestine all function to ....
increase surface area
what is not a function of the liver
it cannot digest food
what is not a function of lipids in the body
provides quick energy
the pancreas is an important auxiliary organ of the digestive system because it ?
provides several digestive enzymes to the small intestine
to which combination of organs in the digestive system is chemical digestion of proteins?
stomach and small intestine
what is the clearest risk of a high fat diet
developing atherosclerosis
wha is the primary function of the large intestine?
absorb ions, water, and vitamins to maintain homeostasis
what is the function of the bile?
aids in the digestion of fats
the primary function of the stomach is to what?
begin digestion of proteins and kill bacteria
what is the best type of fat to eat
unsaturated
the finger like projections along the surface of the small intestine are called?
villi