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In Table 3, beginning with the mouth, list in sequence each region or organ through which food passes in the pig and describe for each the primary diges- tive functions, the enzymes active in that chamber, and the macromolecules affected, when appropriate. Consult your text if necessary.
Organs of the Pig Digestive Tract and Their Functions |
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Regions/Organ |
Function/Macromolecules Digested |
Enzymes |
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Mouth |
Size reduction of food, all macromolecules |
Salivary amylase |
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Esophagus |
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Stomach |
Pepsin, gastric lipase |
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Duodenum |
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Jejuno-ileum |
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Colon |
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Rectum |