BIOS 256 Exam 1 | Human Anatomy & Physiology II with Lab – Chamberlain University | Verified Questions & Answers (2026–2027)

BIOS256 Exam 1 Chamberlain

Ingestion


selection intake of food


Digestive Function- Stages


Ingestion
Digestion
Absorption
Compaction
Defecation


Digestion


Mechanical and Chemical breakdown of food into a form usable by the body


Absorption


uptake of nutrient molecules into the epithelial cells of the digestive tract and then into the blood and lymph




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Compaction


absorbing water and consolidating the indigestible residue into feces


Defecation


elimination of feces


Peritoneum


the largest serous membrane in the body
1. lines the abdominal cavity
2. Omentum
projection of peritoneum


Mouth


formed by the cheeks, hard and soft palates, and tongue




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Salivary Glands


lie outside the mouth and empty their contents into ducts which deliver saliva into the oral cavity




3 pairs of Salivary Glands


Parotid- mostly water with salivary
Submandibular- watery but with enzyme (amylases) and mucous
Sublingual- thick viscous mucous protection





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