5 Questions
Which organs are considered part of the accessory organs of digestion?
Pancreas and salivary glands
What are the three stages of the process of digestion?
Cephalic, gastric, and intestinal
What is the role of saliva in the process of digestion?
To initiate the chemical breakdown of food
What is the function of the gastric glands during the cephalic phase of digestion?
To respond to the sight and smell of food
What happens to the food after it is mixed with saliva and forms a bolus?
It enters the esophagus
Test your knowledge of the human digestive system and its stages of digestion with this interactive quiz. Explore key concepts such as the gastrointestinal tract, accessory organs, and the breakdown of food. Challenge yourself to master the cephalic, gastric, and intestinal phases of digestion.
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