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Gastrointestinal Tract Organs and Functions

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What is the primary function of the esophagus in the digestive system?

To produce digestive enzymes
To transport solids and liquids from the mouth to the stomach (correct)
To absorb Vitamin B12
To break down food into chyme

What is the result of mixing food with digestive juices in the stomach?

Formation of chyme (correct)
Production of saliva
Absorption of nutrients
Transportation of food to the small intestine

What is the role of hydrochloric acid in the digestive system?

To break down food structures and kill harmful bacteria (correct)
To produce digestive enzymes
To absorb Vitamin B12
To transport food to the small intestine

What is the function of pepsin in the stomach?

To degrade protein (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of intrinsic factor in the digestive system?

To absorb Vitamin B12 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of mucus in the stomach?

To protect the stomach lining from damage (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the jejunum in the small intestine?

Control of carbohydrate and protein absorption (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the chart used to classify stools into seven groups?

Bristol Stool Chart (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the rectum in the large intestine?

Absorption of excess water (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the movement of waste into the rectum, stimulating the nerves to create an urge to defecate?

Peristaltic waves (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the type of intestinal motility characterized by radially symmetrical contraction and relaxation of muscles?

Peristalsis (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the duodenum in the small intestine?

Secretion of hormones that trigger the pancreas (A) Signup and view all the answers

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