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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

The Gallbladder

Anatomy & Physiology

23. The Digestive System

The Gallbladder

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Problem 4a

Textbook Question

Match the letter of the digestive organ shown in the figure with its function.
___ produces bile

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Step 1: Recall the function of bile in the digestive system. Bile is a substance that aids in the digestion and emulsification of fats, breaking them into smaller droplets for easier enzymatic action.

Step 2: Identify the organ responsible for producing bile. The liver is the primary organ that synthesizes and secretes bile.

Step 3: Understand the anatomy of the liver. The liver is a large, reddish-brown organ located in the upper right quadrant of the abdominal cavity, just below the diaphragm.

Step 4: Match the letter of the organ labeled in the figure to the liver. Look for the organ in the diagram that corresponds to the anatomical location and structure of the liver.

Step 5: Confirm your answer by verifying that the labeled organ matches the description and function of the liver as the producer of bile.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Liver

The liver is a vital organ in the digestive system responsible for producing bile, a substance that aids in the digestion and absorption of fats. Bile is stored in the gallbladder and released into the small intestine when needed, facilitating the emulsification of dietary fats.

Bile

Bile is a digestive fluid produced by the liver that contains bile salts, cholesterol, and bilirubin. It plays a crucial role in the digestion of lipids by breaking down large fat globules into smaller droplets, making them easier for digestive enzymes to act upon.

Digestive System

The digestive system is a complex network of organs that work together to break down food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate waste. Key organs include the mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, and pancreas, each contributing to the overall process of digestion and nutrient absorption.

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Textbook Question

A branch of the hepatic portal vein, hepatic artery proper, and branch of the bile duct form\(a) A liver lobule

(b) The sinusoids

(d) The hepatic duct

(e) The pancreatic duct

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Textbook Question

Explain why fatty stools result from the absence of bile or pancreatic juice.

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Multiple Choice

Bile is stored and concentrated in the __________.

After a heavy meal rich with fried foods, Debby Collins, an overweight 45-year-old woman, was rushed to the emergency room with severe spasmodic pains in her epigastric region that radiated to the right side of her rib cage. She indicated that the attack came on suddenly, and her abdomen was found to be tender to the touch and somewhat rigid. What do you think is this patient's problem and why is her pain discontinuous (colicky)? What are the treatment options and what might happen if the problem is not resolved?

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the liver?

Which of the following best describes the role of bile salts in lipid digestion?

a. Bile salts begin chemical digestion of lipids.

b. Bile salts bind to lipids and physically break them apart into monoglycerides and free fatty acids.

c. Bile salts bind to lipids and physically break them apart into smaller pieces.