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What sequence of processes occurs after food ingestion and before elimination?
What sequence of processes occurs after food ingestion and before elimination?
The processes are digestion, absorption, and then elimination.
Describe the role of hydrochloric acid in the digestive system.
Describe the role of hydrochloric acid in the digestive system.
Hydrochloric acid aids in breaking down food in the stomach and helps kill harmful bacteria.
How are nutrients absorbed into the bloodstream during digestion?
How are nutrients absorbed into the bloodstream during digestion?
Nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream primarily in the small intestine.
What happens to undigested food in the digestive system?
What happens to undigested food in the digestive system?
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Explain the process of elimination in the digestive system.
Explain the process of elimination in the digestive system.
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Study Notes
Ingestion
- Food enters the mouth.
- Mechanical breakdown by tongue and teeth.
- Chemical breakdown by saliva.
- Food moves to the esophagus.
Digestion
- Mechanical breakdown in the stomach by contractions.
- Chemical breakdown using stomach acid (hydrochloric acid).
- Further digestion in the small intestine.
Absorption
- Nutrients absorbed into the bloodstream in the small intestine.
Elimination
- Undigested food enters the large intestine.
- Water and some nutrients reabsorbed.
- Waste (feces) formed.
- Feces stored in the rectum.
- Elimination through the anus.
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Explore the fascinating journey of food through the human digestive system in this comprehensive quiz. From ingestion to elimination, understand the mechanical and chemical processes involved at each stage. Test your knowledge on how nutrients are absorbed and waste is eliminated.
