BPK 105 Study Guide - Final Guide: Gastric Glands, Pancreatic Islets, Stomach

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Bpk module 11 review questions: [chapter 16. 1] briefly describe the functions of the digestive system. Briefly highlight the differences between the different organs related to their specialized functions. Important in controlling movement and secretion within the digestive tract: serosa or adventitia, serosa consists of peritoneum a smooth epithelial layer, adventitia: a connective tissue layer; is continuous with the surrounding connective tissue. Include the relevant anatomy involved in each phase. Include the function, stimulation for release and gland of origin of each secretion. Describe the hormones and pathways involved in modifying gastric activity. Provide a brief description of two specialized structures from each organ"s mucosal layer to support your discussion of its role. Increase in ph stops pepsin digestion, provides proper environment for the function of pancreatic enzymes: digestive enzymes, called pancreatic enzymes. In the mouth, the enzyme salivary amylase begins the digestion and breakdown of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates pass from the mouth to the stomach, where food is mixed with acid.