Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

23. The Digestive System

Introduction to the Digestive System

Anatomy & Physiology

23. The Digestive System

Introduction to the Digestive System

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Which of the following is a digestive function of the liver?

Production of digestive enzymes

Absorption of nutrients

Secretion of insulin

Production of bile

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Understand the role of the liver in the digestive system. The liver is a vital organ that performs several functions related to digestion, metabolism, and detoxification.

Identify the primary digestive function of the liver. The liver produces bile, which is essential for the digestion and absorption of fats in the small intestine.

Differentiate between the options given: Production of digestive enzymes, Absorption of nutrients, and Secretion of insulin. Note that these functions are primarily associated with other organs such as the pancreas and the small intestine.

Recognize that the liver does not produce digestive enzymes; this is mainly the role of the pancreas. Similarly, the liver is not directly involved in the absorption of nutrients, which occurs in the small intestine.

Conclude that the correct digestive function of the liver is the production of bile, which helps emulsify fats, making them easier to digest and absorb.