Gastrointestinal System

  1. Instructions: Select either True or False for all options
    About Bile
    A. Contains enzymes required for the digestion of fat
    B. Contains unconjugated Bilirubin
    C. Salts make cholesterol more water soluble
    D. Pigments contain iron
    E. Becomes more alkaline during storage in Gallbladder
    About Saliva
    F. From different Salivary Glands has a similar composition
    G. Contains enzymes essential for the digestion of carbohydrates
    H. Has a PH between 5&6
    In the Stomach
    I. PH rarely falls below 4.0
    J. Pepsinogen is converted to pepsin by HCL
    About Pancreatic Secretions
    K. In response to vagal stimulation is copious, rich in bicarbonate but poor in enzymes
    L. In response to acid in the duodenum is scanty but rich in enzymes
    M. In response to secretin scretion is low in Bicarbonate
    About the Colon
    N. A greater amount of water is absorbed than in the small intestine
    O. Mucus is secreted to lubricate the faecal contents

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