Accessory Organs of the Small Intestine [Liver, Gallbladder, & Pancreas]

The video explores the digestive processes in the small intestine, focusing on the roles of the pancreas, liver, and gallbladder. It explains how the pancreas secretes enzymes and bicarbonate to aid digestion and neutralize stomach acid. The liver produces bile, which is stored in the gallbladder and released into the duodenum to emulsify fats, facilitating their digestion and absorption. The video also discusses the hormonal regulation of these processes, highlighting the importance of cholecystokinin in activating the gallbladder and pancreas during digestion.

What happens to lipids in the small intestine without bile?

Explain how bile aids in fat digestion.

What triggers the release of bile from the gallbladder?