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What is the primary function of villi in the small intestine?

To increase surface area for digestion and absorption (correct)

To store digestive enzymes

To regulate peristalsis

To produce bile salts

Which part of the small intestine is responsible for the absorption of sugars, amino acids, and fatty acids?

Colon

Appendix

Ileum

Jejunum (correct)

What is the process responsible for food and liquid movement in the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract?

Filtration

Digestion

Peristalsis (correct)

Respiration

What is the function of the large intestine?

Dehydrates digested food (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the large intestine temporarily stores stool before passing it to the rectum?

Sigmoid colon (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the rectum?

Stores stool temporarily and signals for bowel movement (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible function of the appendix?

Storage of good bacteria (D) Signup and view all the answers

What mechanism is responsible for nutrient absorption in the small intestine?

Multiple methods including simple diffusion, facilitated diffusion, and active transport (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of good bacteria in digestion?

Break down undigested polysaccharides and produce gases (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of peristalsis in the gastrointestinal tract?

Facilitates food and liquid movement through muscular contractions (D) Signup and view all the answers