What are the functions of the intestinal glands andduodenal glands? State the factors that stimulatesecretion from the duodenal glands and from goblet cells.

Q: Identify variables that influence bowel elimination.

A: Digestion is the process which involves the breakdown of food into smaller particles such that it…

Q: Name and state the functions of the hormones that assist the nervous system in regulating digestive…

A: Hormones are the body's chemical intermediaries. They move in the bloodstream to muscles or organs.…

Q: Write the functions of the following in the digestive process:i. Bileii. Bicarbonate secreted by the…

A: Digestion includes a mechanical, physical, and chemical breakdown of food into simpler substances.…

Q: Which juice is secreated by pancreas?

A: The second largest gland in the digestive system is the Pancreas. It is a yellow colored, elongated…

Q: What are the pancreatictissues involved respectivelyin the exocrine and endocrinesecretions? What…

A: The pancreas is a long, flat gland that lies in the abdomen behind the stomach. It is considered as…

Q: Identify the organs of the alimentary canal from proximal to distal, and briefly state their…

A: The alimentary canal is defined as the narrow muscular tube by which food enters and solid wastes…

Q: Explain the importance and give examples of the pancreatic secretions

A: The pancreas is located in the abdominal cavity, inferior to the stomach. It has both endocrine and…

Q: What type of acid-base imbalance is likely to develop if the stomach contents are repeatedly lost by…

A: ANSWER Acid base balance nothing but maintaining acidic and basic compounds.  This helps the body to…

Q: of the following would be increased during the cephalic phase of dig O a) Cholecystokinin (CCK) b)…

A: The cephalic phase of gastric secretion is mediated entirely through the vagus nerve.

Q: explain the processes that occur during the act of defecation

A: Defecation is the final act of digestion, by which organisms eliminate solid, semisolid, or liquid…

Q: What is dysbiosis? How might this condition lead toinflammatory bowel disease?

A: A disease is a state of unhealthiness of the physical body, mind and social interaction. A disease…

Q: Outline the steps of the enterogastric reflex.

A: The enterogastric reflex can be defined as one of the three extrinsic reflexes of the…

Q: Describe the production of flatus by the large intestine.

A: Flatus refers to the gas that is present inside the gastrointestinal tract of animals. The gas is…

Q: Where do peristaltic waves begin and what path do they follow?

A: Peristaltic waves begin in the Oesophagus ,stomach and intestine.

Q: Name the layers of the wall of the alimentary canal. Describe the tissue composition and the major…

A: The alimentary canal (or gastrointestinal tract) is a part of the digestive system by which the food…

Q: What is the function of pancreatic HCO3?

A: The pancreas is a gland that is dual in function. It is exocrine as well as endocrine in function.…

Q: Describe the structure and function of the salivary glands, their ?respective ducts, and the…

A: The human body is a product of different chemical reactions and processes. Enzymes are substances,…

Q: Describe the ailmentary canal and its associated gland in Labeo?

A: Labeo rohita, commonly called rohu is a carnivorous fish native to African and Asian waters. They…

Q: How might damage to the lower portion of the spinal cord affect defecation?

A: Defecation is the act wherein the liquid, semisolid, or solid waste left after digestion is removed…

Q: How are the major salivary glands distinguished histologically?

A: Saliva is produced by three pairs of major salivary glands- Parotid, Sublingual and Submandibulars…

Q: List the secretions of the pancreas, liver, and gallbladder.

A: Digestive secretions are the digestive fluids and cells and mucus that line the gastrointestinal…

Q: What are the functions of the myenteric and submucosal plexuses of the enteric nervous system?

A: Enteric nervous system: A subdivision of the peripheral nervous system that directly controls the…

Q: Do the intrinsic enteric neurons and extrinsic afferent nerves innervate the gastrointestinal tract…

A: The network of nerves, neurons, and neurotransmitters that make up the enteric nervous system…

Q: Describe the duct system connecting the pancreas to the duodenum.

A: The exocrine gland is an organ situated within the abdomen. It plays a necessary role in changing…

Q: What are VFAs and of what value are they to the ruminant?

A: Introduction VFAs stands for Volatile Fatty Acids. VFAs are the main energy source for the…

Q: Describe the function of gastrin and the factors controlling its secretion.

A: Digestion is the process of breaking down complex biomolecules into simpler forms for better…

Q: How is the gastric mucosaprotected from the acid pH ofthe stomach?

A: The stomach is the site for the chemical and mechanical digestion of ingested food. It produces…

Q: How do pancreatic beta cells differ from acinar cells?

A: Pancreatic beta cells are present in the core of the islet. Beta cells are endocrine cells that…

Q: Explain how the enteric nervous system supports thedigestive system. What might occur that could…

A: Introduction: The enteric nervous system (ENS) is a sub-part of autonomic nervous system (ANS) and…

Q: What are the advantages of mucosal folds in gall bladder?

A: The gallbladder is a small pouch that is situated under the liver. It stores bile produced by the…

Q: Provide the names of three digestive enzymes that enter the duodenum through the pancreatic duct…

A: Digestion is the breakdown of large insoluble food molecules into small water-soluble food…

Q: Name the gastric cells that secrete hydrochloric acid.

A: Stomach is a part of the alimentary canal where large amount of food under goes digestion. It…

Q: the digestion function are taken care of by which glands and where it is located?

A: Digestion is the process of breakdown of large insoluble food molecules into small water-soluble…

Q: What are the secretions of the pancreatic acinar cells? What are their functions?

A: The pancreatic acinar cell is the functional unit of the exocrine pancreas.

Q: Diagram the duct system from the liver, gallbladder, andpancreas that empties into the major…

A: diagram

Q: what is the function of the fundus of  gallblader and pancreas?

A: Digestion is the process of mechanical and chemical breakdown of food into smaller components that…

Q: What is a mixed gland?Why is the pancreasconsidered a mixed gland?

A: Human body is formed of many extracellular substances that are organized into tissues, organs and…

Q: Name three enzymes secreted by pancreas specify the substance and the product of each.

A: Pancreas pours their pancreatic juice in the duodenum. They assist in digestion. Pancreatic juice is…

Q: What is the route of theingested food from swallowinguntil the duodenum?

A: Digestion is a very important mechanism that occurs in organisms. It helps to digest large molecules…

Q: How would it affect the digestion of proteins and carbohydrates if the duodenum of man if there is a…

A: Pancreas is both exocrine and endocrine glands . Its pancreatic juice contains wide variety of…

Q: What is the location of chemical secreted, and location of chemical action of the following? Bile,…

A: Bile is the greenish-yellow digestive secretion which is formed in the liver. It is then passed on…

Q: Describe the cellular mechanisms of Ca++ absorption in the small intestine.

A: * Macromolecules and ions will transport across the cells by means of transportation process. *…

Q: Give 3 constituents of saliva and identify the functions of each.

A: Saliva is an extracellular fluid which is secreted by salivary gland in the mouth.

Q: Name the cells in the gastric glands that secrete HCI.

A: Introduction The digestive system includes the gastrointestinal tract and accessory organs that help…

Q: Why does the pancreas secrete some enzymes in theirinactive forms, and where are these enzymes…

A: The pancreas is an organ situated in the midsection that is the abdomen. It assumes a fundamental…

Q: Introdacton about irritablr bowel syndrome?

A: The treatment and management options for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are: Diet and lifestyle…

Q: Describe the three processes involved in the esophagealphase of deglutition.

A: Swallowing, also called deglutition, is an involuntary action that takes the chewed food from the…

Q: Give a detailed description of the histology of the pancreas

A: Pancreas is an elongated , tapered organ located across the back of the belly, behind the stomach.…