5 Questions
Which phase of digestion involves secretions from gastric glands in response to the sight and smell of food?
Cephalic phase
Which organ is not considered part of the human digestive system?
Spleen
What is the function of saliva in the digestive process?
To mix with food for mechanical digestion
Which enzyme is present in saliva for the chemical breakdown of food?
Amylase
What is the first mechanical process of digestion that takes place in the mouth?
Chewing
Study Notes
Digestive Process
- The cephalic phase of digestion involves secretions from gastric glands in response to the sight and smell of food.
- The skin is not considered part of the human digestive system.
Saliva's Role in Digestion
- The function of saliva in the digestive process is to facilitate the breakdown of food.
- Saliva contains the enzyme amylase, which is responsible for the chemical breakdown of food, specifically carbohydrates.
Mechanical Digestion
- The first mechanical process of digestion that takes place in the mouth is chewing, also known as mastication.
Test your knowledge of the human digestive system with this quiz. Explore the stages of digestion, from the cephalic phase to the intestinal phase, and learn about the organs involved in breaking down food for absorption into the body.
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