Digestion and Excretion Quiz

<p>Absorption of nutrients (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Segmentation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Duodenum (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pepsin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Small intestine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Production of red blood cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Water reabsorption (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The process of breaking food into simple products for absorption.

An enzyme that converts carbohydrates into glucose.

An enzyme that breaks down proteins into amino acids.

An enzyme that converts fats into fatty acids.

The final breakdown products of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats: fructose, amino acids, fatty acids.

The primary function of the digestive system, allowing nutrients to enter the bloodstream.

A process involving movement and mixing of food to aid in digestion.

The part of the digestive system where most absorption occurs.

The part of the digestive system responsible for water reabsorption.

Not a major division of the digestive system; it is the first part of the small intestine.