Quiz: Digestive System and Metabolism
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What is the function of chewing in the digestive system?

  • To mix food with saliva and begin digestion of starch (correct)
  • To directly absorb nutrients into the blood vessels
  • To eliminate indigestible substances as feces
  • To break down food into smaller pieces for easier swallowing

    • Which part of the gastrointestinal tract is responsible for the absorption of nutrients into the blood or lymphatic vessels?

  • Small intestine (correct)
  • Esophagus
  • Stomach
  • Large intestine

    • What is the primary function of the accessory digestive glands in the digestive system?

  • Elimination of indigestible substances as feces
  • Transport of food from mouth to stomach
  • Production of digestive enzymes and other substances to aid digestion (correct)
  • Absorption of nutrients into the blood vessels

    • What is the function of the pharynx in the digestive system?

    <p>Transport of food from mouth to esophagus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of metabolism in the digestive system?

    <p>Production of cellular energy (ATP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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