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Which of the following is a major function of the gastrointestinal system?
Which of the following is a major function of the gastrointestinal system?
- Producing red blood cells
- Storing excess water
- Regulating body temperature
- Breaking down and digesting foods for nutrient absorption (correct)
During which stage of fetal development does the gastrointestinal system begin to form?
During which stage of fetal development does the gastrointestinal system begin to form?
- Second week of embryonic stage
- Third week of embryonic stage
- First week of embryonic stage
- Fourth week of embryonic stage (correct)
When does the GI tract become more mature during fetal development?
When does the GI tract become more mature during fetal development?
- First few weeks of development
- Midway through development
- After birth
- Last few weeks of development (correct)
Congenital anomalies of the GI tract can be present at birth or shortly after birth due to:
Congenital anomalies of the GI tract can be present at birth or shortly after birth due to:
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What is the primary function of the anal tube during fetal development?
What is the primary function of the anal tube during fetal development?
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