Exam 19: The Digestive System

All of the following organs are part of the gastrointestinal tract except the

Sympathetic stimulation results in dryness of the mouth.

The dentin of the root of a tooth is covered by bonelike substance called

Both hormones and nerve impulses are used to control the phases of digestion.

The intestinal hormone that induces a feeling of satiety (full to satisfaction)is

Which of the following is not likely to cause of "emotional eating"?

The large intestine absorbs

Aging tends to cause a decrease or loss of many digestive functions.

The uvula prevents the entry of food and fluid into the nasal cavity during swallowing.

The portion of peritoneum that anchors the small intestines to the posterior abdominal wall is called the

The major events of chemical digestion and absorption of foods occur in the

Which of the following events would have to occur to allow the bolus of food to go from the region labeled E in the diagram to the region labeled F?

Food has emotional, social and psychological functions as well as its nutritional value.

Which of the following substances can be absorbed in the stomach?

Which of the following cranial nerves carry electrical signals that stimulate the gastric glands to secrete gastric juice during the cephalic stage of digestion?

Name and briefly describe the location of the different salivary glands.

The structure (labeled D in the diagram)that is used to prevent the movement of food into the respiratory system during swallowing is called the

Insoluble fiber and soluble fiber have opposite effects on intestinal motility but both reduce the risk of developing serious digestive disorders.

The ability of the GI tract to mix and move material along its length is called

The form of the hepatitis that is commonly referred to as "infectious hepatitis" is