THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

DUODENUM JEJUNUM AND ILEUM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following add chemicals to the duodenum to help break down food? (select all that apply)
A
liver
B
appendix
C
pancreas
D
stomach
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Trypsin elastase, carboxypeptidase, and chymotrypsin are produced by the pancreas and released into the duodenum where they act on the chyme.

Detailed explanation-2: -When food moves into your duodenum, it mixes with digestive enzymes that your pancreas secretes. These enzymes break down the largest molecules of food, such as proteins and starches. They also neutralize stomach acid.

Detailed explanation-3: -The food contains three macronutrients that require digestion before they can be absorbed: fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. Through the process of digestion, these macronutrients are broken down into molecules that can traverse the intestinal epithelium and enter the bloodstream for use in the body.

Detailed explanation-4: -In your stomach, unique chief cells secrete digestive enzymes. One is pepsin, which breaks down proteins. Another is gastric lipase, which breaks down triglycerides. In your stomach, your body absorbs fat-soluble substances, such as aspirin and alcohol.

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