Human Digestive System Quiz

What is the major function of the large intestine?

• Storage of bile

• Reabsorption of water

• Absorption of nutrients

• Production of digestive enzymes

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Which organ produces bile to help breakdown lipids?

• Gallbladder

• Liver

• Stomach

• Pancreas

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What is the role of the pancreas in the digestive system?

• Production of bile

• Neutralization of acid chyme

• Storage of digestive enzymes

• Absorption of nutrients

What is the function of the liver in carbohydrate and protein metabolism?

• Absorption of nutrients

• Storage of digestive enzymes

• Neutralization of acid chyme

• Production of bile

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Which part of the human digestive system is involved in significant chemical digestion of all four biomolecules?

• Stomach

• Large Intestine

• Esophagus

• Small Intestine

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What is the role of saliva in the mouth during digestion?

• Lubrication of food

• Production of bile

• Absorption of nutrients

• Neutralization of acid chyme

What is the substance formed in the stomach after the churning of the gastric juices?

• Bolus

• Chyme

• Feces

• Villi

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What is the first major task of the human digestive system?

• Digestion

• Absorption

• Elimination

• Ingestion

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What is the function of the epiglottis during swallowing?

• Blocks the windpipe

• Produces digestive enzymes

• Absorbs nutrients

• Stores bile

What is the role of peristalsis in the esophagus?

• Moves food down to the stomach

• Stores bile

• Neutralizes acid chyme

• Absorbs nutrients