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What is the main function of the digestive system?
What is the main function of the digestive system?
- Filtering waste from the bloodstream
- Producing bile for lipid digestion
- Transporting nutrients to the cells (correct)
- Regulating blood sugar levels
Which organ releases intrinsic factor required for vitamin B12 absorption in the small intestine?
Which organ releases intrinsic factor required for vitamin B12 absorption in the small intestine?
- Gallbladder
- Esophagus
- Stomach (correct)
- Liver
Where does mechanical processing of food occur in the digestive system?
Where does mechanical processing of food occur in the digestive system?
- Esophagus
- Gallbladder
- Pharynx (correct)
- Small intestine
Which action involves the movement of organic substrates, electrolytes, vitamins, and water across the digestive epithelium?
Which action involves the movement of organic substrates, electrolytes, vitamins, and water across the digestive epithelium?
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What is the process called when solid or semisolid waste materials (feces) are eliminated from the gastrointestinal tract?
What is the process called when solid or semisolid waste materials (feces) are eliminated from the gastrointestinal tract?
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