Exploring the Digestive System

Which of the following is the correct order of the digestive system structures through which food passes?

• Mouth, Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine, Large Intestine

• Mouth, Stomach, Esophagus, Small Intestine, Large Intestine

• Mouth, Esophagus, Small Intestine, Stomach, Large Intestine

• Mouth, Large Intestine, Stomach, Esophagus, Small Intestine

Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down proteins in the stomach?

• Amylase

• Lipase

• Pepsin

• Lactase

What is the primary function of villi in the small intestine?

• Secretion of digestive enzymes

• Absorption of nutrients

• Production of bile

• Storage of waste

Which of the following is a function of the liver in digestion?

• Production of insulin

• Secretion of hydrochloric acid

• Production of bile

• Absorption of water

What role does the gut microbiome play in human health?

• It digests cellulose

• It produces bile

• It synthesizes certain vitamins

• It absorbs minerals

Which of the following is a common digestive disorder characterized by inflammation of the stomach lining?

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

• Gastritis

• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

• Crohn's disease

Which enzyme is responsible for the breakdown of carbohydrates in the mouth?

• Pepsin

• Amylase

• Lipase

• Trypsin

What is the primary site of nutrient absorption in the digestive system?

• Stomach

• Large Intestine

• Small Intestine

• Esophagus

Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver?

• Detoxification of blood

• Storage of glycogen

• Production of digestive enzymes

• Synthesis of plasma proteins

Which condition is characterized by the backward flow of stomach acid into the esophagus?

• Ulcerative colitis

• Celiac disease

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

• Diverticulitis