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What is the role of mucus in the stomach?

To act as an enzyme for protein digestion

To increase the surface area for absorption in the small intestine

To neutralize acidic food coming from the stomach (correct)

To break down fats into smaller globules

Why do herbivores typically have a longer small intestine compared to carnivores?

To digest cellulose found in grass effectively (correct)

To allow the digestion of fats present in meat

To increase the speed of food passage

To facilitate the absorption of nutrients

Which organ secretes bile juice to assist in the digestion process?

Small intestine

Stomach

Pancreas

Liver (correct)

What is the function of villi in the small intestine?

To absorb nutrients from digested food Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme in pancreatic juice aids in breaking down proteins?

Trypsin Signup and view all the answers

Why is water absorbed in the large intestine?

To prevent dehydration Signup and view all the answers

What fluid is secreted by the salivary glands when we eat something we like?

Saliva only Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme in saliva breaks down starch into sugar?

Salivary amylase Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of peristaltic movements in the digestive system?

To push food forward along the gut Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT released by the gastric glands in the stomach for digestion?

Insulin Signup and view all the answers

What does hydrochloric acid create in the stomach to facilitate digestion?

Acidic medium Signup and view all the answers

Which organ expands when food enters it and has muscular walls to mix food with digestive juices?

Stomach Signup and view all the answers