BLG 311 Study Guide - Lactase, Bile Acid, Trypsin

Define the following in own words in simple terms.

a) mastication

b) bolus

c) peristalsis

d) mechanical digestion

e) chemical digestion

f) chyme

Define and contrast the following mechanisms for nutrientpassage across cell membranes. (in own words in simple terms.)

a) simple diffusion

b) facilitated diffusion

c) active transport

d) osmosis

Digestion is the

Digestion is the

Discuss how saliva is integral to the digestive processes of ingestion, propulsion, secretion, and mechanical and chemical digestion