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What is the primary function of the digestive system?
What is the primary function of the digestive system?
- Transporting oxygen to the body
- Producing antibodies for immunity
- Breaking down food for absorption (correct)
- Regulating body temperature
What is the role of the small intestine in the digestive system?
What is the role of the small intestine in the digestive system?
- Absorbing nutrients from food (correct)
- Producing bile for fat digestion
- Filtering waste products from blood
- Regulating blood sugar levels
Where does the process of digestion primarily take place in the human body?
Where does the process of digestion primarily take place in the human body?
- Kidneys
- Liver
- Lungs
- Stomach and small intestine (correct)
Which organ secretes digestive enzymes to aid in the digestion of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats?
Which organ secretes digestive enzymes to aid in the digestion of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats?