10 Questions
Which of the following best defines an organ?
A group of tissues working together for a specific function
What is the main function of muscle tissue?
Contraction
Which organ contains glandular tissue that releases enzymes?
Stomach
What characteristic sets lipids apart from carbohydrates and proteins?
They are too large to be absorbed into the bloodstream without digestion
Which component helps to neutralize the acid released from the stomach during digestion?
Bile from the liver
Where are the products of digestion absorbed into the bloodstream?
Small intestine
What is the main function of the large intestine during digestion?
Absorption of water into the bloodstream
What happens to the food in the stomach due to the churning action of the muscles?
It is turned into a fluid to increase surface area for digestion
Which component begins the digestion of starch and protein in the small intestine?
Enzymes from the pancreas
What is the primary function of enzymes during digestion?
To break down large food molecules into small molecules
Test your knowledge on tissues, organs, and organ systems, and their roles in the digestive system. Identify the main organs in the digestive system and their functions. Understand cellular specialization and adaptations in muscle cells.
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