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Which of the following is NOT an accessory organ of the digestive system?
Which of the following is NOT an accessory organ of the digestive system?
- Liver
- Gall bladder
- Stomach (correct)
- Pancreas
What is the main function of the digestive system?
What is the main function of the digestive system?
- Production of digestive juices
- Breaking down food into smaller pieces
- Absorption of nutrients
- Altering the chemical and physical composition of food (correct)
Which organ is responsible for the production of digestive juices used in the process of digestion?
Which organ is responsible for the production of digestive juices used in the process of digestion?
- Liver (correct)
- Esophagus
- Large intestine
- Salivary glands
What is the difference between mechanical and chemical digestion?
What is the difference between mechanical and chemical digestion?
Which part of the digestive system is responsible for the process of ingestion?
Which part of the digestive system is responsible for the process of ingestion?
What is the main function of saliva in the mouth during digestion?
What is the main function of saliva in the mouth during digestion?
What is the role of the intestinal villi and microvilli in the absorption process?
What is the role of the intestinal villi and microvilli in the absorption process?
What are the main activities performed by the digestive system?
What are the main activities performed by the digestive system?
Which stage of swallowing is voluntary and involves moving food from the mouth to oropharynx?
Which stage of swallowing is voluntary and involves moving food from the mouth to oropharynx?
What is the function of churning motion in the stomach during digestion?
What is the function of churning motion in the stomach during digestion?
Which substance in saliva aids in the non-specific defense against microbes?
Which substance in saliva aids in the non-specific defense against microbes?
What is a significant function of peristalsis in the digestive system?
What is a significant function of peristalsis in the digestive system?
What is the primary function of saliva in relation to taste perception?
What is the primary function of saliva in relation to taste perception?
Which component of saliva is essential for cleansing and lubricating the mouth?
Which component of saliva is essential for cleansing and lubricating the mouth?
What is the composition of saliva in terms of water content?
What is the composition of saliva in terms of water content?
What is a significant role of lysozyme, a component of saliva, in digestion?
What is a significant role of lysozyme, a component of saliva, in digestion?
