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The small intestine consists of three regions: duodenum, jejunum, and ________.

The final step of digestion and absorption involves moving nutrients into either the bloodstream or the ________ system, depending on solubility.

The hormone released by the small intestine that triggers bile release and pancreatic enzyme secretion is ________.

Secretions from the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas enter the small intestine through ducts such as the hepatic ducts, bile ducts, and the ________ ampulla.

Humans have 22 pairs of autosomes and one pair of ________ chromosomes.

The three phases of gastric activity are the cephalic, ________, and intestinal phases.

Salivary glands, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas are classified as ________ digestive organs because they assist digestion without forming the food pathway.

Using Figure 16.1, identify the following:The prostate gland is indicated by ________.

The bilayer of smooth muscle responsible for segmentation and peristalsis in the GI tract is called the ________.

Erection in males is controlled by the ________ division of the ANS.