The primary function of the large intestine is to concentrate wastes into solid form (feces) for release from the body. How does it accomplish this? a. By adding additional cells from the mucosal layer b. By absorbing water c. By releasing salt d. All of these are methods used by the large intestine.

What would be the consequence of eliminating the function of parietal cells in the walls of the stomach? Select one: a. Protein digestion in the small intestine would be eliminated b. Pepsinogen secretion would be eliminated c. It would decrease bile production d. It would eliminate fat digestion in the stomach e. Protein digestion in the stomach would be prevented

In the small intestine, the digested fat is absorbed into _ through _ ? A. Lacteals, chylomicrons B. Blood vessels, lipoproteins C. Lymph vessels, vesicles D. Blood vessels, micelles

Cells of the liver that do away with any foreign material from the blood and are specialized phagocytic cells are called?     A. Hepatic   B. Kupffers   C. Liver   D. Lymph   The folds of mucous membrane in the stomach are called:     A. Fundus   B. Pylorus   C. Palate   D. Rugae

Which of the following segment of the small intestine is the so called “mixing bowl”? A. Jejunum B. Duodenum C. Colon D. Ileum

which ingredient is responsible for the secretion of salivary amylase ? a. mucus b. phosphate ions  c. chloride ions  d. urea

The diagram shows the Inside of the small intesine. Which sentence correctly describes the function of the structures shown? A. The pancreas produces an Important chemical. O B. The large intestine absorbs water and excretes waste. O C. The vill absorb nutrients. D. The stomach breaks down food.

When would the capillary beds surrounding the gastrointestinal organs be open?   A during exercise   B while sleeping   C between meals   D when digesting a meal

Why doesn’t the stomach digest itself?a. The stomach wall is not composed of protein, so it is not affectedby proteolytic enzymes.b. The digestive enzymes of the stomach are not strong enough todigest the stomach wall.c. The lining of the stomach wall has a protective layer of epithelial cells.d. The stomach wall is protected by large amounts of mucus.

What is the function of Bile?   A. Transport of lipids across the intestinal walls B. Emulsification of lipids in the digestive tract. C. Attaches proteins to lipids to promote water solubility.