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What is the main function of saliva in the digestive process?

  • Absorbing nutrients
  • Softening and moistening food (correct)
  • Breaking down proteins
  • Absorbing water

Which enzyme is present in saliva?

  • Amylase (correct)
  • Protease
  • Lipase
  • Pepsin

What type of muscle moves food down the esophagus?

  • Smooth muscle only
  • Skeletal muscle only
  • Skeletal and smooth muscle (correct)
  • Cardiac muscle

What is the primary role of the stomach in digestion?

<p>Breaking down food with acid and enzymes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes the stomach's acid special?

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How many parts does the small intestine have?

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What is the function of the duodenum?

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Which part of the small intestine absorbs most nutrients?

<p>Jejunum (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What connects the ileum to the large intestine?

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How long is the small intestine if uncured?

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What is one of the main jobs of the large intestine?

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What does the rectum do?

<p>Signals the brain about feces (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organ produces bile?

<p>Liver (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main job of bile?

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What does the pancreas produce to help with digestion?

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Which hormone does the pancreas produce?

<p>Insulin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is stored in the gallbladder?

<p>Bile (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when we eat fatty foods?

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Why does the esophagus have skeletal muscles?

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Which nutrient is broken down by the enzyme amylase?

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What part of the small intestine connects to the stomach?

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Which organ absorbs vitamins?

<p>Large intestine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the rectum hold until it is ready to be evacuated?

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Which organ purifies blood with absorbed nutrients?

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What does the stomach mix food with?

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Why is it important for saliva to soften and moisten food before swallowing?

<p>To help food move easily through the esophagus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might happen if the pancreas stopped producing insulin?

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Why is the small intestine so long?

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Why does the gallbladder release more bile when fatty foods are eaten?

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What could happen if the large intestine did not absorb water?

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How does the liver's purification of blood benefit the body?

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Why is it important for the rectum to signal the brain about feces?

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What would happen if the stomach's acid were not strong enough?

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Why is it beneficial for the jejunum to absorb the majority of nutrients?

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How does the pancreas's production of enzymes contribute to digestion?

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What organ connects the small intestine to the rectum?

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Which part of the digestive system signals the brain when it's time to eliminate waste?

<p>Rectum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What organ processes and purifies blood?

<p>Liver (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What helps break down starches in the digestive system?

<p>Amylase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is bile stored before being used?

<p>Gallbladder (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the large intestine?

<p>Absorbing water and pushing feces (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What organ helps digest fats with bile?

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What might happen if the small intestine were much shorter?

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How does the esophagus move food?

<p>By peristalsis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What part of the large intestine absorbs vitamins?

<p>Colon (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the small intestine have three sections?

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What might happen if the liver stopped producing bile?

<p>Digestion of fats would decrease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organ mixes food with acid and enzymes?

<p>Stomach (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the pancreas's insulin help regulate?

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Why is the stomach's ability to hold food important?

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Flashcards

Saliva's role in digestion

Saliva softens and moistens food, making it easier to swallow.

Enzyme in saliva

Amylase is an enzyme found in saliva that starts breaking down starches into simpler sugars.

Muscle type in esophagus

The esophagus uses smooth muscle and skeletal muscle to push food down into the stomach.

Stomach's primary role

The stomach breaks down food with strong acid and special enzymes, turning it into a liquid or paste.

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What does stomach acid do?

Stomach acid helps break down food into a liquid or paste, preparing it for further digestion.

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Small intestine sections

The small intestine has three sections: the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.

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Duodenum's function

The duodenum receives partially digested food from the stomach.

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Most nutrient absorption

The jejunum is where most nutrients are absorbed from the digested food.

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Connection to large intestine

The ileum is the section of the small intestine that connects to the large intestine.

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Small intestine length

The small intestine is about 7 meters (23 feet) long when stretched out.

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Large intestine's main job

The large intestine absorbs water and electrolytes from the remaining food material.

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Rectum's function

The rectum signals the brain when it's time to expel the waste (feces).

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Bile production

The liver produces bile, a fluid that helps digest fats.

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Bile's main job

Bile helps break down fats into smaller droplets, making them easier to digest.

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Pancreas's digestive contribution

The pancreas produces enzymes that break down various food components.

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Insulin - pancreatic hormone

The pancreas produces insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.

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Gallbladder's storage

The gallbladder stores bile produced by the liver.

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Fatty food & gallbladder

When we eat fatty foods, the gallbladder releases bile into the small intestine to help digest the fats.

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Esophagus's skeletal muscle

The esophagus has skeletal muscles for swallowing, allowing us to control the movement of food.

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Amylase's action

Amylase breaks down complex starches into simpler sugars.

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Small intestine connection to stomach

The duodenum is the first part of the small intestine that connects to the stomach.

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Organ that absorbs vitamins

The small intestine primarily absorbs vitamins and minerals.

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Rectum’s storage

The rectum holds fecal matter until it's ready to be eliminated.

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Liver's blood purification

The liver purifies blood, removing harmful substances and processing absorbed nutrients.

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Stomach’s mixing ingredients

The stomach mixes food with strong acid and enzymes to break it down.

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Importance of moistening food

Saliva moistens food, making it easier to swallow and move through the esophagus.

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Pancreas and insulin deficiency

If the pancreas stops producing insulin, blood sugar levels can’t be regulated.

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Small intestine's length and function

The small intestine is long to provide enough surface area for nutrient absorption.

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Gallbladder and fatty foods

The gallbladder releases more bile when fatty foods are eaten to help break them down.

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Large intestine and water absorption

The large intestine absorbs water from undigested food material, forming feces.

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Liver's role in blood purity

The liver purifies blood, removing potentially harmful substances, benefiting the body.

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Rectum's signal to the brain

The rectum sends signals to the brain when it's full, indicating the need to eliminate waste.

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Weak stomach acid's consequence

If the stomach’s acid isn’t strong enough, proteins might not break down effectively.

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Jejunum's primary role

The jejunum is where most nutrients are absorbed from digested food, ensuring quick availability for the body.

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Pancreas' enzyme role

The pancreas produces enzymes that break down various food components, aiding digestion.

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Organ linking small and large intestines

The large intestine connects the small intestine to the rectum.

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Brain signal for elimination

When the rectum is full, it signals the brain, prompting us to eliminate waste.

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Liver's role in blood processing

The liver processes and purifies blood, removing harmful substances.

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Starch digestion enzyme

Amylase is an enzyme that breaks down starches into simple sugars.

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Bile storage

The gallbladder stores bile before it is released to help digest fats.

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Primary function of the large intestine

The large intestine absorbs water from undigested food and pushes feces toward elimination.

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Organ helping digest fat

The liver produces bile, which helps digest fats.

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Short small intestine consequence

A shorter small intestine would result in decreased nutrient absorption.

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Esophagus's food movement method

The esophagus uses peristalsis, rhythmic muscle contractions, to push food down.

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Large intestine's vitamin absorption

The colon, a section of the large intestine, primarily absorbs vitamins and minerals.

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Small intestine's sectioned design

The small intestine has three sections to perform different digestion and absorption functions.

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Liver and bile production

The liver produces bile, which is essential for fat digestion.

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Stomach's food mixing process

The stomach mixes food with strong acid and enzymes to break it down into a liquid or paste.

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Pancreatic insulin's role

Insulin produced by the pancreas helps regulate blood sugar levels.

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Stomach’s capacity and its importance

The stomach's ability to hold food allows for adequate breakdown before entering the intestine.

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Study Notes

Digestive System Function Questions

  • Saliva's Role: Saliva softens and moistens food for easier swallowing and proper digestion, not absorbing nutrients.
  • Saliva Enzyme: Amylase is the enzyme present in saliva.
  • Esophageal Muscle: Skeletal muscle moves food down the esophagus.
  • Stomach's Function: The stomach breaks down food with acid and enzymes.
  • Stomach Acid: Stomach acid helps break down food into liquid form; it does not absorb fats, neutralize toxins, or store vitamins.
  • Small Intestine Parts: The small intestine has three parts: duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.
  • Duodenum's Function: The duodenum receives food from the stomach and begins the process of breaking down sugars.
  • Nutrient Absorption: The jejunum absorbs most nutrients.
  • Large Intestine Connection: The ileum connects to the large intestine.
  • Large Intestine Function: The large intestine absorbs water and electrolytes.
  • Rectum Function: The rectum signals the brain about feces.
  • Bile Production: The liver produces bile.
  • Bile's Role: Bile helps digest fats.

Additional Digestive System Questions

  • Small Intestine Length: The small intestine is about seven meters long.
  • Fat Digestion: When you eat fatty foods, the gallbladder releases bile into the small intestine to aid in digestion.
  • Esophageal Muscles: Esophageal skeletal muscles are important for swallowing.
  • Amylase's Role: Amylase breaks down starches.
  • Vitamin Absorption: The small intestine absorbs vitamins.
  • Rectum Function (again): The rectum stores feces until elimination.
  • Liver's Purging: The liver purifies blood, removing harmful substances.
  • Stomach Acid and Enzyme Mixing: The stomach combines food with acid and enzymes for effective digestion.
  • Pancreas Enzyme Production: The pancreas produces enzymes to help with digestion.
  • Pancreatic Hormone: Insulin, produced by the pancreas, helps regulate blood sugar levels.
  • Gallbladder Storage: The gallbladder stores bile.
  • Large Intestine's Main Role: The large intestine is primarily responsible for absorbing water.
  • Why Saliva is important: Saliva softens and moistens food so it moves through the esophagus smoothly, and easily.
  • Consequences of Insufficient Stomach Acid: Insufficient stomach acid can be associated with impaired breakdown of proteins and starches.
  • Jejunum's Absorption Benefit: The jejunum absorbs most nutrients due to its extensive surface area.

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Test your knowledge on the functions of the digestive system with a focus on saliva, stomach, and intestines. This quiz covers the roles of different digestive components, including enzymes and nutrient absorption. Explore how each part contributes to digestion and waste management.

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