Describe two structures that increase the absorptive surface
area of the small intestine...looking for an good...
Describe two structures that increase the absorptive surface
area of the small intestine...looking for an good and
understandable explanation answer, for this question, question
describe the structures in the small intestine wall and what
they do?
is this question asking about the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum
or about the microvilli ?
1. Which of the following structures is intended to maximize the
surface area available for gas exchange?
a. Thin membranes lining respiratory organs such as gills and
lungs.
b. Multiple infoldings of respiratory surfaces, such as lamellae
in gills.
c. Inhaled fresh air is mixed with old air from the previous
breathing cycle.
d. Blood circulates in counter current direction to water flow
in gills.
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2. The affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen changes with pH. What
is affecting the...
Describe absorption of nutrients in the small intestine. What is
the nature of the absorbed compounds (how do they differ from the
starting materials), how are they absorbed and what is their
destination?
Describe the smooth muscle layers in the wall of the esophagus,
stomach, small intestine & large intestine; include the number
of layers and layer arrangement & how this is functionally
important
Describe how lipids are chemically digested and subsequently
absorbed from the lumen of the small intestine as well as how those
lipid components then make their way into the bloodstream. Make
sure you discuss all relevant steps in the correct order.
List the modifications of the intestinal wall that increase
surface area. How is chronic heartburn associated with esophageal
cancer? A baby is born with esophageal atresia, an incomplete
connection between the esophagus and the stomach. What will most
likely happen to the infant if this defect is not corrected?