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What is the primary function of the gallbladder in the digestive system?
What is the primary function of the gallbladder in the digestive system?
- To absorb nutrients
- To digest proteins
- To store and concentrate bile (correct)
- To produce insulin
Which enzyme is responsible for digesting lipids in the small intestine?
Which enzyme is responsible for digesting lipids in the small intestine?
- Chymotrypsin
- Pancreatic lipase (correct)
- Nucleases
- Pancreatic amylase
What is the primary function of villi in the small intestine?
What is the primary function of villi in the small intestine?
- To produce mucus
- To increase the surface area for absorption (correct)
- To increase the surface area for digestion
- To produce beneficial bacteria
In which part of the small intestine does the majority of nutrient absorption occur?
In which part of the small intestine does the majority of nutrient absorption occur?
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What is the role of lacteals in the small intestine?
What is the role of lacteals in the small intestine?
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Which organ produces insulin and glucagon?
Which organ produces insulin and glucagon?
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What is the primary function of the pancreas in the digestive system?
What is the primary function of the pancreas in the digestive system?
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What is the function of pancreatic amylase?
What is the function of pancreatic amylase?
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What is the function of chymotrypsin?
What is the function of chymotrypsin?
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What is the primary function of the large intestine?
What is the primary function of the large intestine?
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