5 Questions
What is the main function of the digestive system?
Transporting nutrients to the cells
Which organ releases intrinsic factor required for vitamin B12 absorption in the small intestine?
Stomach
Where does mechanical processing of food occur in the digestive system?
Pharynx
Which action involves the movement of organic substrates, electrolytes, vitamins, and water across the digestive epithelium?
Absorption
What is the process called when solid or semisolid waste materials (feces) are eliminated from the gastrointestinal tract?
Defecation
Test your knowledge of the main functions and actions of the digestive system with this quiz. Explore concepts such as ingestion, mechanical processing, digestion, and secretion.
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