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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?
- Digestion
- Secretion
- Absorption
- Mechanical Processing (correct)
What is the primary function of secretion in the digestive system?
What is the primary function of secretion in the digestive system?
- To break down food into absorbable molecules.
- To eliminate waste products from the body.
- To transport nutrients into the bloodstream.
- To release substances that aid digestion. (correct)
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?
- Absorption (correct)
- Excretion
- Ingestion
- Secretion
Which digestive function relates to the act of taking in food?
Which digestive function relates to the act of taking in food?
What process is responsible for the elimination of indigestible substances and waste?
What process is responsible for the elimination of indigestible substances and waste?
Flashcards
Ingestion
Ingestion
Taking food into the mouth, the first step in the digestive process.
Mechanical Processing
Mechanical Processing
Physically breaking down food into smaller pieces, like chewing or stomach churning.
Digestion
Digestion
Chemically breaking down food molecules into smaller, absorbable units.
Secretion
Secretion
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Absorption
Absorption
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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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