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What is the primary function of the digestive system in animals?

Absorbing oxygen

Storing energy indefinitely

Releasing waste into the bloodstream

Breaking down food into nutrients (correct)

Which nutrient is the main energy source for animals?

Carbohydrates (correct)

Proteins

Fats

Vitamins

Which organ in the human digestive system is primarily responsible for nutrient absorption?

Liver

Small intestine (correct)

Stomach

Large intestine

What is the pH range of the stomach that aids digestion?

1.5-2.5 Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of bile in digestion?

Emulsifying fats Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin deficiency causes scurvy?

Vitamin C Signup and view all the answers

What is the main storage form of glucose in the human body?

Glycogen Signup and view all the answers

Which type of animals are classified as ruminants?

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Nutrition Study Notes

Digestive System Function: The primary function of the digestive system is breaking down food into absorbable nutrients.
Energy Source: Carbohydrates are the primary energy source for animals.
Digestion Process: Digestion breaks down large food molecules into smaller ones.
Nutrient Absorption: The small intestine is the primary site of nutrient absorption in humans.
Stomach pH: The stomach maintains a pH of 1.5-2.5 to aid digestion.
Ruminants: Cows are classified as ruminants.
Bile Function: Bile emulsifies fats, aiding in their digestion.
Bird's Food Grinding: Birds have a gizzard to mechanically grind food.
Scurvy Cause: Vitamin C deficiency causes scurvy.
Glucose Storage: Glycogen is the main storage form of glucose in the human body.

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Explore the key functions and processes of the digestive system in this nutrition quiz. Learn about nutrient absorption, energy sources, and the importance of various nutrients. Ideal for students looking to reinforce their understanding of human nutrition and the digestive mechanisms.