The Human Digestive System: Structure and Function
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Which nerve supplies the muscles of the tongue?

  • Glossopharyngeal nerve
  • Hypoglossal nerve (correct)
  • Lingual nerve
  • Facial nerve

What is the name of the canal that houses the digestive processes?

  • Alimentary canal (correct)
  • Gut tube
  • Gastrointestinal tract
  • Digestive tube

How many layers does the wall of the alimentary canal have?

  • Four (correct)
  • Six
  • Five
  • Three

What is the function of the vallate papillae on the tongue?

<p>To contain sensory receptors for taste (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the salivary glands?

<p>To produce saliva (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the anterior part of the hard palate?

<p>Hard palate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an accessory organ of the digestive system?

<p>Kidneys (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the filiform papillae on the tongue?

<p>To provide a rough surface on the tongue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many pairs of salivary glands are there?

<p>Three (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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