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Which stage of digestion begins with secretions from gastric glands in response to the sight and smell of food?
Which stage of digestion begins with secretions from gastric glands in response to the sight and smell of food?
- Pre-absorptive phase
- Intestinal phase
- Gastric phase
- Cephalic phase (correct)
Which enzyme, found in saliva, aids in the chemical breakdown of food in the mouth?
Which enzyme, found in saliva, aids in the chemical breakdown of food in the mouth?
- Amylase (correct)
- Lipase
- Trypsin
- Pepsin
Where does the gastric phase of digestion primarily occur?
Where does the gastric phase of digestion primarily occur?
- Stomach (correct)
- Large intestine
- Esophagus
- Small intestine
Which organ produces a number of enzymes involved in the digestion of partially digested food in the duodenum?
Which organ produces a number of enzymes involved in the digestion of partially digested food in the duodenum?
What is the function of lingual lipase in the process of digestion?
What is the function of lingual lipase in the process of digestion?
In land animals, where does gas exchange occur in the respiratory system?
In land animals, where does gas exchange occur in the respiratory system?
What is the function of the bronchioles in the respiratory system of mammals and birds?
What is the function of the bronchioles in the respiratory system of mammals and birds?
What is the primary function of the trachea in the respiratory system?
What is the primary function of the trachea in the respiratory system?
What is the role of the air sacs in the respiratory system of land animals?
What is the role of the air sacs in the respiratory system of land animals?
What is the main purpose of the muscles of respiration in the respiratory system?
What is the main purpose of the muscles of respiration in the respiratory system?
