Digestive System

Question 1

What is the primary function of the digestive system?

Answer 1

To break down food into nutrients that the body can use.

Question 2

True or False: The esophagus is part of the small intestine.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The ________ is responsible for the absorption of nutrients.

Answer 3

small intestine

Question 4

Which organ produces bile?

Answer 4

Liver

Question 5

What is the role of the stomach in digestion?

Answer 5

To mix food with gastric juices and break it down into a semi-liquid form.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of the digestive system? A) Stomach B) Heart C) Pancreas D) Intestines

Answer 6

B) Heart

Question 7

What enzyme is responsible for breaking down carbohydrates?

Answer 7

Amylase

Question 8

True or False: The large intestine is primarily responsible for water absorption.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What is the main function of the pancreas in digestion?

Answer 9

To produce digestive enzymes and bicarbonate.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The ________ connects the throat to the stomach.

Answer 10

esophagus

Question 11

Multiple Choice: Which part of the digestive system is primarily involved in the breakdown of proteins? A) Mouth B) Stomach C) Large intestine D) Anus

Answer 11

B) Stomach

Question 12

What is the role of the small intestine’s villi?

Answer 12

To increase the surface area for nutrient absorption.

Question 13

True or False: The gallbladder stores bile.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

What is the main component of gastric juice?

Answer 14

Hydrochloric acid

Question 15

Fill in the blank: The ________ is where the majority of nutrient absorption occurs.

Answer 15

small intestine

Question 16

What is the function of the rectum in the digestive system?

Answer 16

To store waste before it is excreted.

Question 17

True or False: The digestive system includes the liver and pancreas.

Answer 17

True

Question 18

What is the role of saliva in digestion?

Answer 18

To begin the breakdown of carbohydrates and lubricate food.

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The ________ is the final section of the large intestine.

Answer 19

anus

Question 20

Multiple Choice: Which of the following organs is responsible for detoxifying harmful substances? A) Stomach B) Liver C) Gallbladder D) Pancreas

Answer 20

B) Liver

Question 21

What is the role of the duodenum?

Answer 21

To receive chyme from the stomach and continue digestion with enzymes.

Question 22

True or False: Food is absorbed in the stomach.

Answer 22

False

Question 23

How long is the large intestine in an adult?

Answer 23

The large intestine is about 1.5 meters long in an adult

Question 24

How long is the small intestine in an adult?

Answer 24

The small intestine is about seven (7) meters long in an adult

Question 25

What is the third group of enzymes?

Answer 25

The third group of enzymes is called lipases which breaks down fats