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Which enzyme breaks down carbohydrates in the mouth?
Which enzyme breaks down carbohydrates in the mouth?
Which organ is responsible for breaking down proteins into amino acids?
Which organ is responsible for breaking down proteins into amino acids?
Where do fats get broken down into micelles?
Where do fats get broken down into micelles?
Which lipoprotein carries small balls of fats to the body?
Which lipoprotein carries small balls of fats to the body?
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Which hormone activates the liver and pancreas and deactivates the stomach?
Which hormone activates the liver and pancreas and deactivates the stomach?
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What is the function of chief cells in the digestive system?
What is the function of chief cells in the digestive system?
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Which mineral is responsible for stomach acid production?
Which mineral is responsible for stomach acid production?
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Which vitamin is important for calcium absorption and bone health?
Which vitamin is important for calcium absorption and bone health?
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Which water-soluble vitamin is important for energy production?
Which water-soluble vitamin is important for energy production?
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Which fat-soluble vitamin is important for vision?
Which fat-soluble vitamin is important for vision?
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Which organ is responsible for releasing hydrochloric acid (HCl)?
Which organ is responsible for releasing hydrochloric acid (HCl)?
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What is the main enzyme released by the chief cells in the stomach?
What is the main enzyme released by the chief cells in the stomach?
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Which organ is responsible for breaking down carbohydrates?
Which organ is responsible for breaking down carbohydrates?
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What is the function of the bile released by the liver?
What is the function of the bile released by the liver?
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Which organ is responsible for absorbing most nutrients?
Which organ is responsible for absorbing most nutrients?
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What is the function of the lower esophageal sphincter?
What is the function of the lower esophageal sphincter?
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Which organ is responsible for making bile?
Which organ is responsible for making bile?
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What is the function of the vermiform appendix?
What is the function of the vermiform appendix?
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Which organ is responsible for releasing enzymes to break down lipids?
Which organ is responsible for releasing enzymes to break down lipids?
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What is the function of the circular and longitudinal layers of muscles in the stomach?
What is the function of the circular and longitudinal layers of muscles in the stomach?
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