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Which process involves the physical breakdown of food into smaller pieces?
Which process involves the physical breakdown of food into smaller pieces?
What is the primary function of secretion in the digestive system?
What is the primary function of secretion in the digestive system?
The transport of nutrients from the digestive tract to the bloodstream is known as what?
The transport of nutrients from the digestive tract to the bloodstream is known as what?
Which digestive function relates to the act of taking in food?
Which digestive function relates to the act of taking in food?
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What process is responsible for the elimination of indigestible substances and waste?
What process is responsible for the elimination of indigestible substances and waste?
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Study Notes
Major Digestive System Functions
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Ingestion: The act of taking food into the body.
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Mechanical Processing: Physically breaking food down into smaller fragments.
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Chemical Digestion: Breaking down food molecules chemically into absorbable forms.
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Secretion: The release of enzymes, acids, and other substances that facilitate digestion.
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Absorption: Transferring digested nutrients from the digestive tract to the bloodstream.
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Excretion: Removal of undigested materials and waste products from the body.
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Test your knowledge of the major functions of the digestive system. This quiz covers essential processes such as ingestion, mechanical processing, chemical digestion, secretion, absorption, and excretion. See how well you understand how our bodies process food!
