Digestive System Flashcard

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What is the primary component of gastric juice?

Back

Hydrochloric acid

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What is the main function of the stomach?

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Chemical digestion of food

Front

Which structure absorbs the majority of nutrients?

Back

Villi of the small intestine

Front

Which enzyme breaks down fats?

Back

Lipase

Front

Which part of the digestive system is responsible for most nutrient absorption?

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Small intestine

Front

What is the role of pepsin in digestion?

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Pepsin is an enzyme that breaks down proteins into smaller peptides in the stomach.

Front

What is bile and its function in digestion?

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Bile is a digestive fluid produced by the liver that helps emulsify fats for easier digestion.

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What is the function of the large intestine?

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The large intestine absorbs water and electrolytes, and compacts waste for elimination.

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What is the role of amylase in digestion?

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Amylase is an enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates into simple sugars.

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What is the significance of the small intestine's villi?

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Villi increase the surface area for absorption of nutrients in the small intestine.