Physiology 2130 Lecture Notes - Intestinal Villus, Common Bile Duct, Lipid Droplet
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By the end of this section, you should be able to: list the hormones of the intestine and stomach and describe their functions, describe the three phases of gastric acid secretion and how they are regulated. Compare and contrast the hormones and regulatory mechanism for each. Section 15. 2 introduction: the main function of the digestive system: Break down organic nutrients so that they can be absorbed into the body. These organic nutrients can be carbohydrates, proteins, fats, water, vitamins, and minerals. Section 15. 5 a cartoon look: the illustration below provides a very simple view of the digestive system. If possible, print this page for future reference. As you proceed through the module, refer to the diagram to keep track of each digestive enzyme, where it is released from, where it acts, and what it digests. In addition, keep track of where each food molecule gets digested. The basic processes of the digestive system include the following:
