In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Digestion of Carbohydrates 2. Digestion of Proteins 3. Fats 4. Nucleic Acids 5. Neural Regulation. Digestion of Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are of three kinds— polysaccharides, disaccharides, and monosaccharide's Polysaccharides and disaccharides are broken down to monosaccharide's during the process of digestion, Starch and cellulose are polysaccharides that are present in cereal grains, potato, [...]
The following points highlight the two main parts of human digestive system. The parts are: 1. Alimentary Canal 2. Digestive Glands. Part # 1. Alimentary Canal: It comprises the following parts: I. Mouth: Human mouth consists of two parts. (a) Vestibule: The vestibule is a slit-like space bounded externally by lips and cheeks and internally by the gums and teeth. [...]
In this article we will discuss about the Absorption in Different Parts of Digestive System. Meaning of Absorption: Absorption is a process by which nutrients pass from the alimentary canal into the blood and lymph through its mucous membrane. Nutrients to be absorbed: Amino acids, monosaccharide's, fatty acids, glycerol, salts (electrolytes), vitamins and water are to be absorbed. Site of [...]