Digestive system quiz

A condition caused by a lack of vitamin C.

mechanical and chemical breakdown of food and the absorption of nutrients

protects tissues and carries absorption

glands, blood vessels, nerves

smooth muscle, pushes food

lubricates surfaces

increase surface area for absorption of nutrients.

pushes food down the tube

enzyme breaks down starch into sugars

break down food, lubrication during swallowing

prevents stomach from digesting itself

secrete Pepsin. Parietal cells secrete HCl

most important digestive enzyme for breaking down food

paste, after food has been broken down, released then into the duodenum via the pyloric sphincter valve

secretes insulin which breaks down sugars. Pancreatic Juice also breaks down fat