Digestive System Test

Front

What do we call the bumps on the tongue that house and protect taste buds?

Back

Papillae

Front

What happens when chyme passes too quickly through the large intestines and water is not reabsorbed?

Back

Diarrhea

Front

What is the function of the teeth and tongue in digestion?

Back

Mechanical digestion

Front

What enzyme is found in saliva that starts digesting carbohydrates?

Back

Amylase

Front

What type of fiber helps to lower blood cholesterol?

Back

Soluble fiber

Front

What is the primary function of the stomach in the digestive system?

Back

To break down food using acids and enzymes.

Front

What is the role of bile in digestion?

Back

To emulsify fats, aiding in their digestion and absorption.

Front

What is the main function of the small intestine?

Back

To absorb nutrients from digested food.

Front

What is the difference between mechanical and chemical digestion?

Back

Mechanical digestion involves physical breakdown of food, while chemical digestion involves enzymatic breakdown.

Front

What are villi and their function in the digestive system?

Back

Villi are small, finger-like projections in the small intestine that increase surface area for absorption.