Salivary Gland


Please answer the following questions in at least one paragraph per question, using complete sentences. Make sure to list any references (including the text) used in your essay.

Choose a respiratory disease or disorder, and explain what causes the disorder, the part(s) of the respiratory system affected, how it may be treated, and the prognosis.

Part 2

  1. What are the names of the 3 salivary glands?
  2. What enzyme is found primarily in saliva?
  3. What are the 3 parts of a human tooth?
  4. What is the name of the circle of muscle that forms the opening between the esophagus and stomach?
  5. List the 4 layers of the stomach wall.
  6. What is the name of the 3 sections of the small intestine?
  7. Most nutrient absorption occurs in which organ?
  8. How does the liver contribute to digestion?
  9. If someone has his or her gallbladder removed, what might be the effect on digestion?
  10. What is chyme?
  11. What is the name given to the involuntary muscle action that propels food through the digestive tract?
  12. Name 2 functions of the large intestine.
  13. In a short essay, describe the function of the gastric juices (20 pt).
  14. Identify and explain the functions of the digestive juices in the small intestine (20 pt).

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