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What is the primary purpose of the gastrointestinal tract?
What is the primary purpose of the gastrointestinal tract?
- To store food for later use
- To produce enzymes for digestion
- To break down food into nutrients for absorption (correct)
- To transport food to the stomach
What is the approximate length of the esophagus?
What is the approximate length of the esophagus?
- 10 cm
- 15 cm
- 25 cm (correct)
- 40 cm
Which section of the small intestine forms a 'C' shape around the head of the pancreas?
Which section of the small intestine forms a 'C' shape around the head of the pancreas?
- The ileum
- The duodenum (correct)
- The jejunum
- The sigmoid colon
What are the two openings of the stomach?
What are the two openings of the stomach?
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What is responsible for the intake of food in the gastrointestinal system?
What is responsible for the intake of food in the gastrointestinal system?
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Study Notes
Gastrointestinal Tract
- The primary purpose of the gastrointestinal tract is to digest and absorb nutrients from ingested food.
Esophagus
- The approximate length of the esophagus is around 25-30 cm (10-12 inches).
Small Intestine
- The duodenum section of the small intestine forms a 'C' shape around the head of the pancreas.
Stomach
- The two openings of the stomach are the cardiac orifice (入口) and the pyloric orifice (出口).
Food Intake
- The mouth is responsible for the intake of food in the gastrointestinal system.
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