BIO 112 Ch. 15 Flashcard

Front

What are the four layers of the wall of the alimentary canal?

Back

Mucosa, Submucosa, Muscularis, Serosa

Front

What is the function of the liver in the digestive system?

Back

The liver produces bile.

Front

What is the function of the gall bladder in the digestive system?

Back

The gall bladder stores bile.

Front

What is the name of the valve between the small and large intestines?

Back

Ileocecal valve

Front

Which enzyme is responsible for the chemical digestion of carbohydrates in the mouth?

Back

Amylase

Front

What is bile?

Back

A digestive fluid produced by the liver.

Front

What is the role of the mucosa layer in the alimentary canal?

Back

The mucosa layer is responsible for secretion and absorption.

Front

What is the role of the submucosa layer in the alimentary canal?

Back

The submucosa layer contains blood vessels, nerves, and glands.

Front

What is the role of the muscularis layer in the alimentary canal?

Back

The muscularis layer is responsible for peristalsis and movement of food.

Front

What is the role of the serosa layer in the alimentary canal?

Back

The serosa layer provides a protective outer covering.