Matching

A) C
B) D
C) B
D) A
E) E
17) Produces enzymes that break down all categories of foodstuffs.
18) Increases surface area for absorption via villi and microvilli.
19) Bacteria process undigested chyme from the small intestine.
20) Only digestive structure with three muscle layers.
21) Receives blood via the hepatic portal system.
22) Contains the brush border enzymes that complete digestion of carbohydrates and proteins.
23) Main function is to filter and process the nutrient-rich blood delivered to it.
24) Produces intrinsic factor.
25) Produces a mucoid barrier to prevent self-digestion.


17) B 18) C 19) E 20) A 21) D 22) C 23) D 24) A 25) A

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