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Which of the following organs is NOT part of the human digestive system?
What are the three sites of digestion in the human digestive system?
What is the function of saliva in the human digestive system?
What happens during swallowing in the human digestive system?
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Which enzyme in saliva is responsible for digesting starch and glycogen?
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Study Notes
- The human digestive system is a long tube from mouth to anus.
- It consists of oral cavity, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.
- Salivary glands, liver, and pancreas are associated with different regions.
- There are three sites of digestion: oral cavity, stomach, and small intestine.
- Functions of oral cavity include food selection, grinding, lubrication, and digestion.
- Saliva contains water, mucus, sodium bicarbonate, and carbohydrate-digesting enzymes.
- Swallowing involves the tongue pushing the bolus to the back of the mouth.
- The soft palate closes the nasal opening and the epiglottis closes the windpipe during swallowing.
- Small pieces of food are easier to digest and pass through the esophagus.
- Ptyalin enzyme in saliva digests starch and glycogen to maltose.
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Description
Test your knowledge of the human digestive system with this informative quiz! From the mouth to the anus, explore the different organs and functions of the digestive system. Learn about the role of salivary glands, liver, and pancreas in the digestive process, and discover the three sites of digestion. Challenge yourself with questions about the functions of the oral cavity and the process of swallowing. Put your knowledge to the test and see how much you know about the digestive system!
