Exam 16: The Digestive System

The ileum of the ____________________ empties into the ____________________ of the colon.

The digestion of disaccharides is completed by enzymes secreted by the:

During swallowing,the opening from the pharynx to the larynx is covered by the ____________________.

The plasma protein produced by the liver that is important to help maintain blood volume is:

Which of these is NOT an example of mechanical digestion?

In the villi of the small intestine,water-soluble end products of digestion are absorbed into the ____________________,and fat-soluble end products are absorbed into the ____________________.

When blood glucose level is high,the liver changes incoming ____________________ to ____________________.

Which plasma protein produced by the liver is NOT paired with its correct function?

The pancreatic enzyme that contributes to fat digestion is:

The liver removes bilirubin from the blood by:

Which statement is NOT true of the functions of the liver?

Which of the following statements are true of the liver? (Read carefully and select all of the correct statements.)

The salivary glands located at the posterior corners of the lower jaw are the:

The pancreatic enzyme that contributes to protein digestion is:

The digestive system function of the pharynx is ____________________,during which the pharynx ____________________.

Pancreatic amylase contributes to the digestion of ____________________.

The ____________________ of saliva dissolves food so that it can be tasted.

Which statement is NOT true of the functions of the liver?

Which statement is NOT true of the secretions of the small intestine?

The liver is found mainly in the ____ abdominal quadrant.