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Where does mechanical digestion occur in the digestive system?
Where does mechanical digestion occur in the digestive system?
- Pancreas
- Liver
- Mouth (correct)
- Small intestine
What is the primary function of the gallbladder in the digestive system?
What is the primary function of the gallbladder in the digestive system?
- Production of saliva
- Absorption of water
- Production of bile (correct)
- Secretion of digestive enzymes
Which organ produces digestive enzymes for breaking down protein and fat?
Which organ produces digestive enzymes for breaking down protein and fat?
- Pancreas (correct)
- Gallbladder
- Large intestine
- Salivary glands
What causes GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)?
What causes GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)?
Where does absorption of water and digested food into the bloodstream occur?
Where does absorption of water and digested food into the bloodstream occur?
Which organ secretes a liquid called gastric juice for chemical digestion?
Which organ secretes a liquid called gastric juice for chemical digestion?
What is the role of mucus in gastric juice produced by the stomach?
What is the role of mucus in gastric juice produced by the stomach?
What happens to undigested food in the digestive system?
What happens to undigested food in the digestive system?
Which organ is responsible for producing and releasing amylase for breakdown of carbohydrates?
Which organ is responsible for producing and releasing amylase for breakdown of carbohydrates?
What is the function of the large intestine in the digestive system?
What is the function of the large intestine in the digestive system?
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