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