Structure
ducts that join to form the common bile duct.
the cystic duct and hepatic duct
enzyme made in the small intestine that breaks down proteins
peptidase
process that builds complex molecules from simpler ones
Anabolism
Structures that increase the surface area of the small intestine
villi
This layer of the digestive tract that is composed of stratified and columnar epithelium
Mucosa
this substance emulsifies fats and removes cholesterol from the body
Bile
the Citric acid cycle occurs in this organelle
Mitochondria
three processes food goes through
digestion, absorption, metabolism
Two extensions of the peritoneum
Mesentery and greater omentum
The substance that saliva digests
Carbohydrates
the preferred energy molecule for cells
glucose
Enzyme found in serous saliva
salivary amylase
part of both the digestive and respiratory system
pharynx
substance made in the pancreas that breaks down proteins
Trypsin
Assimilation of glucose in an anaerobic environment
Glycolysis
Layer of the digestive tract that generates peristalsis
muscularis
The "fun" section of the stomach that is above the cardiac sphincter
fundus
Regulates movement of food from stomach to small intestine
pyloric sphincter
end product of carbohydrate digestion
Glucose
Converts pepsinogen to pepsin
Hydrochloric acid