Digestion Basics Quiz

<p>Hydrogen carbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Physical breakdown of large food pieces into smaller pieces for enzyme access</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Segmentation contractions in the small intestine aid in mechanical digestion by mixing and moving food for optimal nutrient absorption.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mastication, or chewing, is a form of mechanical digestion that breaks down large food pieces into smaller fragments for enzyme action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Saliva contains salivary amylase for starch digestion, mucus for food lubrication, hydrogen carbonate for creating an alkaline pH for amylase, and electrolytes for maintaining balance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enzymes in the digestive system break down food into small compounds that the body can utilize for energy and nutrition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The breakdown of large food pieces in the small intestine is facilitated through segmentation contractions, which mix and break down the food for absorption.</p> Signup and view all the answers