Exam 25: The Path of Food Through the Animal Body

Within the stomach lining,special cells secrete substances to aid digestion.Which type of cells secretes hydrochloric acid?

The pancreatic hormone _____________ reduces levels of glucose in the blood by increasing glucose absorption by certain body cells.

Why are so many nutritionists recommending that Americans increase the intake of fiber in their diets?

Intrinsic factor is made by parietal cells of the ___________ and needed for the intestinal absorption of _________.

Which vitamin deficiency results in scurvy?

Which of the following would constitute a normal BMI?

Essential organic substances that are used in only tiny amounts by the body are called:

The amino acids we cannot produce within our bodies that are necessary for good health are termed ____________ amino acids.

Which is incorrect concerning ulcers?

The optimal diet contains:

Animals that consume both plant material and other animals are called:

The islets of Langerhans produce bicarbonate.

What are the three main functions of the stomach?

Birds have a ________ which contains small pebbles that grind up seeds and other hard plant material.

Which substance emulsifies fats in the small intestine?

The most primitive digestive tract is seen in ________.

The first site of protein digestion in the digestive system is:

The digestive tube leading from the mouth to the stomach is the ________________.

Which mammal is able to synthesize all the vitamin C (ascorbic acid)it needs?

Microvilli are present to increase the area available for absorption in the: