13 Questions
Which type of contraction involves the mastication and mixing of food?
Segmental contractions
What is the function of mucus secreted along the entire digestive tract?
To lubricate the food and lining of the tract
Which enzymes break down large food molecules into smaller molecules in the digestive system?
Pancreatic enzymes
What is the primary process of elimination in the digestive system?
Defecation
What is the painful developmental disorder caused by the absence of enteric neurons in the distal large intestine?
Hirschsprung disease
Which neurotransmitter stimulates digestive tract motility and secretions?
Acetylcholine
Which hormone helps regulate many digestive tract functions?
Gastrin
Which organ is considered as an accessory organ of the digestive system?
Liver
What is the technical term for the tube extending from the mouth to the anus in the digestive system?
Alimentary tract
Which process involves the movement of food from one end of the digestive tract to the other?
Propulsion
What is the function of the salivary glands in the digestive system?
Secreting fluids into the small intestine
Which part of the small intestine consists of the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum?
Large intestine
What is the average time for food to travel through the entire digestive tract?
$24 - 36$ hours
Test your knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the digestive system, including the digestive tract and accessory organs. Explore the functions and structures of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and associated accessory glands.
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