Lipase is a pancreatic enzyme that does what?

Breaks down fat.

What is peristalsis?

A series of muscle contractions that move food along the digestive tract.

What is pepsin?

A stomach enzyme that breaks down proteins.

List the parts of the small intestine in order:

Duodenum, Jejunum, Ileum.

List the parts of the large intestine in order:

Cecum, ascending colon, transverse/middle colon, descending colon, sigmoid colon, rectum, anal canal, anus.

What two major hormones are involved in digestion?

Insulin and glucagon.

Insulin:

Triggers the influx of glucose into cells, thus lowering blood glucose levels.

Glucagon:

Secreted by the pancreas, stimulates the breakdown of stored glycogen.

Where does the breakdown of proteins begin?

In the stomach.