Digestive And Urinary Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is the primary function of the digestive system?
To break down food and absorb nutrients.
True or False: The mouth is the first organ in the digestive system.
True
Fill in the blank: The __________ is responsible for the production of bile.
liver
What enzyme begins the digestion of carbohydrates in the mouth?
Amylase
Which part of the digestive system absorbs most nutrients?
Small intestine
True or False: The stomach is primarily responsible for nutrient absorption.
False
What is the role of the pancreas in digestion?
To produce digestive enzymes and bicarbonate.
Which organ stores bile produced by the liver?
Gallbladder
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT part of the urinary system? A) Kidneys B) Ureters C) Liver D) Bladder
C) Liver
Fill in the blank: The __________ filters blood to produce urine.
kidneys
What is the name of the functional unit of the kidney?
Nephron
True or False: The urethra is responsible for transporting urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.
True
What is the primary waste product excreted by the kidneys?
Urea
Which hormone regulates water balance in the body?
Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
Multiple Choice: Which of the following structures is involved in the reabsorption of water? A) Glomerulus B) Loop of Henle C) Renal pelvis D) Ureter
B) Loop of Henle
What is the main function of the large intestine?
To absorb water and form feces.
Fill in the blank: The __________ connects the small intestine to the large intestine.
cecum
What is the term for the process of food being pushed through the digestive tract?
Peristalsis
True or False: The spleen is part of the digestive system.
False
What are the three main parts of the small intestine?
Duodenum, jejunum, ileum
Multiple Choice: Which vitamin is primarily absorbed in the large intestine? A) Vitamin A B) Vitamin B12 C) Vitamin K D) Vitamin C
C) Vitamin K
What is the role of bile in digestion?
To emulsify fats.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the site of chemical digestion of proteins.
stomach
What is the term for the flap that covers the trachea during swallowing?
Epiglottis