9 Questions
What is the main function of the teeth in the digestion process?
To crush food into smaller particles
What is the purpose of salivary amylase in digestion?
To convert starch into simple sugars
What type of movements occur in the lining of the digestive canal?
Peristaltic movements
What is the main function of the stomach in digestion?
To mix food with digestive juices
Why does the mouth 'water' when we eat something we like?
Because the salivary glands secrete saliva
What is the function of the tongue in digestion?
To move food around the mouth during chewing
What is the name of the pipe that carries food from the mouth to the stomach?
Oesophagus
What happens to the stomach when food enters it?
It expands to accommodate the food
Why is it necessary to mix food with digestive juices?
To break it down into smaller molecules
Learn about the basic processes involved in the human digestive system including food processing, saliva production, and the role of the salivary glands.
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