Digestive System Flashcard (Asynchronous Assignment)

Front

What is the main function of mucus produced by mucus cells in the mouth?

Back

Lubrication during swallowing.

Front

What is the main function of the esophagus in the digestive system?

Back

Moves food to the stomach.

Front

What symptoms are often caused by tonsillitis?

Back

Sore throat and fever.

Front

What is the correct order in which food passes through the digestive system: stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum?

Back

Stomach → Small Intestine → Large Intestine → Rectum.

Front

What is the difference between healthy villi and villi affected by celiac disease?

Back

Healthy villi are taller and more numerous, while affected villi are shorter and fewer.

Front

What is the role of the stomach in digestion?

Back

The stomach breaks down food using acids and enzymes.

Front

What is the primary function of the small intestine?

Back

The small intestine absorbs nutrients from digested food.

Front

What is the function of the large intestine?

Back

The large intestine absorbs water and forms waste.

Front

What is the role of bile in digestion?

Back

Bile helps in the digestion and absorption of fats.

Front

What is peristalsis?

Back

Peristalsis is the wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract.