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Which organ is primarily responsible for mechanical digestion in the mouth?
Which organ is primarily responsible for mechanical digestion in the mouth?
The epiglottis prevents food from entering the larynx.
The epiglottis prevents food from entering the larynx.
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What is the term for the mixture of food and gastric juices in the stomach?
What is the term for the mixture of food and gastric juices in the stomach?
Chyme
The first part of the small intestine is called the ______.
The first part of the small intestine is called the ______.
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Match the following organs to their function:
Match the following organs to their function:
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Which component secreted by the salivary glands aids in chemical digestion?
Which component secreted by the salivary glands aids in chemical digestion?
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The small intestine has three parts including the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.
The small intestine has three parts including the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.
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What type of movements in the esophagus help transport food to the stomach?
What type of movements in the esophagus help transport food to the stomach?
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What is the primary role of bile secreted by the liver?
What is the primary role of bile secreted by the liver?
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The pancreas has only one function related to digestion.
The pancreas has only one function related to digestion.
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What is the final section of the small intestine called?
What is the final section of the small intestine called?
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The remaining small intestine has many coils and includes the jejunum and the ______.
The remaining small intestine has many coils and includes the jejunum and the ______.
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Match the following digestive organs with their primary functions:
Match the following digestive organs with their primary functions:
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Which section of the small intestine is characterized by villi?
Which section of the small intestine is characterized by villi?
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The accessory glands are located completely within the digestive tract.
The accessory glands are located completely within the digestive tract.
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Flashcards
Digestive Tract Function
Digestive Tract Function
The long tube responsible for breaking down food into usable nutrients.
Mechanical Digestion (Mouth)
Mechanical Digestion (Mouth)
Physical breakdown of food into smaller pieces by chewing.
Chemical Digestion (Mouth)
Chemical Digestion (Mouth)
Breakdown of food using saliva and enzymes to start carbohydrate digestion.
Bolus Formation
Bolus Formation
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Stomach Function
Stomach Function
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Chyme Formation
Chyme Formation
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Small Intestine Absorption
Small Intestine Absorption
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Pancreatic and Liver Role (Duodenum)
Pancreatic and Liver Role (Duodenum)
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Chyle
Chyle
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Jejunum
Jejunum
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Ileum
Ileum
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Accessory Glands
Accessory Glands
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Pancreatic juices
Pancreatic juices
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Liver's role in digestion
Liver's role in digestion
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Bile's role
Bile's role
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Study Notes
Digestive Tract Overview
- The digestive tract is a lengthy tube, encompassing the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, and anus.
Mouth
- The mouth is a cavity where food is mechanically broken down by chewing (mastication).
- The tongue, with taste buds, provides taste perception.
- Salivary glands produce saliva to mix with food, assisting in chemical digestion of carbohydrates.
- Chewing and saliva transform food into a bolus.
Pharynx
- The pharynx is a common passageway for both the digestive and respiratory systems.
- The epiglottis, a flap, covers the airway to prevent food from entering the trachea.
Esophagus
- Peristaltic movements (muscle contractions) propel food from the pharynx to the stomach.
Stomach
- Connected to the esophagus via the cardia.
- The stomach's strong muscles mechanically break down food.
- Gastric juices, secreted by glands, chemically digest proteins and kill bacteria.
- The stomach transforms bolus into chyme.
- Connected to the small intestine via the pylorus.
Small Intestine
- A long tube, highly specialized for nutrient absorption.
- Contains intestinal villi, which increase surface area.
- Capillaries absorb nutrients into the bloodstream.
- Three sections:
- Duodenum: Receives digestive juices from the liver (bile) and pancreas (pancreatic juices) to further break down food. Pancreatic juices neutralise acidity. The duodenum also produces intestinal juices to break food to nutrients for the body. The chyme converts into a milky fluid called chyle.
- Jejunum: The middle section (almost half of the remaining small intestine length), rich in villi for increased absorption.
- Ileum: The last section, with thinner walls and reduced blood supply. Primarily responsible for absorbing water and nutrients.
Large Intestine
- Wider than the small intestine, divided into caecum, colon, and rectum.
- The rectum leads to the anus, where feces are eliminated.
Accessory Glands
- These glands lie outside the digestive tract but contribute digestive juices.
- Salivary glands: Three pairs of glands secrete saliva into the mouth, containing amylase for carbohydrate digestion.
- Liver: The largest gland, secretes bile (stored in the gallbladder) crucial for lipid digestion.
- Pancreas: An arrowhead-shaped gland that releases pancreatic juices into the small intestine (to neutralize the acidity) to assist in digestion. It also has an endocrine function (releasing substances into the bloodstream).
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Description
Explore the structure and function of the digestive tract, from the mouth to the anus. This quiz covers the roles of different organs, such as the pharynx, esophagus, and stomach, in the digestion process. Test your knowledge on the mechanisms involved in mechanical and chemical digestion.
