12 Questions
What is the role of mucus in the stomach?
To neutralize acidic food coming from the stomach
Why do herbivores typically have a longer small intestine compared to carnivores?
To digest cellulose found in grass effectively
Which organ secretes bile juice to assist in the digestion process?
Liver
What is the function of villi in the small intestine?
To absorb nutrients from digested food
Which enzyme in pancreatic juice aids in breaking down proteins?
Trypsin
Why is water absorbed in the large intestine?
To prevent dehydration
What fluid is secreted by the salivary glands when we eat something we like?
Saliva only
Which enzyme in saliva breaks down starch into sugar?
Salivary amylase
What is the role of peristaltic movements in the digestive system?
To push food forward along the gut
Which of the following is NOT released by the gastric glands in the stomach for digestion?
Insulin
What does hydrochloric acid create in the stomach to facilitate digestion?
Acidic medium
Which organ expands when food enters it and has muscular walls to mix food with digestive juices?
Stomach
Test your knowledge on the digestive system and the role of enzymes in breaking down food into smaller molecules for absorption in the alimentary canal. Learn about salivary amylase and its function in breaking down starch into sugar.
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