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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the salivary glands?

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

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

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

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

    <p>Kidneys</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many pairs of salivary glands are there?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

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