18 Questions
What is the main source of energy for living cells?
Carbohydrates
Which type of carbohydrate is indigestible and aids in peristalsis?
Fiber
What are the building blocks of proteins?
Amino acids
Which amino acid is NOT considered essential for the human body?
Glutamine
Where are fat-soluble vitamins stored in the human body?
Body fats
Which mineral is needed in large amounts for different bodily functions?
Chloride
What is the function of salivary amylase in the mouth?
Breaks down starch into maltose
Where does most of the chemical digestion take place in the small intestine?
Duodenum
What is the function of lipase in digestion?
Converts fats into fatty acids and glycerol
Which part of the digestive system is responsible for the movement of digestive food into cells of the body where they are used?
Small intestine
What is the main function of the stomach in the digestion process?
Breaks down proteins into amino acids
Which part of the digestive system is responsible for removing indigestible waste through the anus in the form of feces?
Large intestine
What is the process where large food molecules are broken down into simpler molecules that can be absorbed by the body?
Digestion
Which type of digestion involves the mechanical breakdown of food through chewing?
Physical Digestion
What happens in the process of assimilation in the digestive system?
Absorption of simpler molecules
Which part of the digestive system is responsible for the intake of food into the body?
Mouth
What is the function of the tongue in the process of digestion?
Selecting suitable food with taste buds
Which type of digestion involves breaking down complex molecules into simple soluble digestive enzymes?
Chemical Digestion
Learn about the functions of the mouth and salivary glands in the digestive process, including the secretion of saliva, breakdown of starch, and role of enzymes like salivary amylase. Explore how the mouth helps in food digestion and the importance of chewing in the process.
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