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Human Digestive System Functions

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What is the function of the salivary glands in the digestive system?

Producing enzymes to digest starch into maltose (correct)

Secreting bile to emulsify fat globules

Breaking down proteins into polypeptides

Aiding in the physical digestion of food

How does the liver contribute to lipid digestion in the digestive system?

Emulsifying large fat globules (correct)

Producing pancreatic juice

Breaking down proteins

Storing bile

Which digestive organ is responsible for carrying out physical digestion by breaking up food bolus through peristalsis?

Colon

Duodenum

Stomach (correct)

Pancreas

During chewing, what role does the tongue play in the digestive process?

Rolling food into boli Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the pancreas in the digestive system?

Secreting enzymes for chemical digestion in the small intestine Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the circular muscle in peristalsis?

Relaxes to widen the lumen for food to enter Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme is responsible for the breakdown of proteins into polypeptides?

Protease Signup and view all the answers

Where are glucose and amino acids absorbed in the digestive system?

Blood capillaries in microvilli Signup and view all the answers

How does the structure of a villus aid in absorption?

Numerous microvilli increase surface area for faster absorption Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme specifically acts on starch, breaking it down into maltose?

Amylase Signup and view all the answers