Amino acids are largely absorbed across the apical surface of the jejunum epithelium by which process?

“Map out” the steps of digestion and absorption of a starch (polysaccharide) as it is converted to a molecule of glucose STARTING at the duodenum.  Track the starch from duodenum to where and how it reaches the bloodstream.  Be sure to indicate key enzymes and cellular processes involved.

Chylomicrons form in the intestinal lumen. Micelles are absorbed into lacteals.

All but one of the following is a function of the low pH found in the stomach. Select the description below that does NOT reflect a role of stomach acid.

Which of the following is NOT found in “pancreatic juice”?

Sympathetic stimulation of the muscularis externa promotes ________.

The three pairs of salivary glands that secrete into the oral cavity include the __________.

If the Tm for a particular amino acid is 230 mg/100 ml and the concentration of that amino acid in the blood is 1500 mg/100 ml, the amino acid will ________.

Digestive System- “Big Question” (with many small parts).  Assume I am asking about an adult digestive system. A. Name two regions of the digestive tract where mechanical food breakdown processes are very important, are most impactful. B. Name two organs that are primarily food conduits (simple passageways). C. Name the organ where protein digestion is begun. D. Name the organ where fat digestion begins.E. Name the organ and region where the most absorption occurs.

The digestive function of the liver is to produce digestive enzymes.