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Where does the most digestion in the stomach occur?
Most nutrient digestion occurs in the stomach
What happens to certain nutrient molocules after they pass into muscle cells?
they are acted on by enzymea and release the energy they contain
What nutrient partially digested in the stomach in both children and adult?
fats
What kind of molecule performs chemical digestion in the stomach?
Protein is the only nutrient broken down in the stomach. This is because only protease enzymes are present in the stomach acid.
9 What is the function of the rugae in the stomach and villi in the small intestine?
both rugae and villi are specialized "folds". the rugae allow your stomach to expand when you eat (like a balloon) and the villi increase the surface area in your small intestine for nutrient absorption
How do you use nutrient in an interesting sentence?
By digesting foods in your stomach, you collect all the good nutrients you can. :)
What extends from the stomach to the large intestine and aborbs nuterients?
The small intestine extends from the stomach to the large intestine. It is the main site of nutrient absorption in the reproductive tract.
What type of nutrient is digested by pepsin in the stomach?
Pepsin in important for the digestion of protein. The enzyme is created in the stomach and breaks down the collagen protein.
What nutrient floats on top of stomach acid?
Fat floats on top of stomach acid due to its lower density compared to other nutrients like carbohydrates and proteins. This can affect the rate of digestion and absorption of fats in the stomach.
What is a pulp in the stomach?
In the context of the stomach, "pulp" typically refers to the semi-liquid mixture of partially digested food and digestive juices known as chyme. When food is ingested, it is broken down by stomach acids and enzymes, transforming it into this pulpy consistency before it moves into the small intestine for further digestion and nutrient absorption. This process is crucial for effective digestion and nutrient utilization.
A long folded tube inside the body attached to the stomach where nutrient in the food are absorbed?
It's the small intestine
What nutrient is chemically broken down in the stomach?
Protein into amino acids by enzymes and hydrochloric acid!
