Understanding the Digestive System

Which part of the digestive system is responsible for absorbing nutrients from food?

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Large intestine

• Esophagus

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

• To absorb water

• To break down food using acids and enzymes

• To transport food to the small intestine

• To store waste

Which of the following organs is NOT part of the digestive system?

• Liver

• Heart

• Pancreas

• Gallbladder

How does the esophagus contribute to digestion?

• It grinds food into smaller pieces

• It transports food from the mouth to the stomach

• It absorbs nutrients

• It produces digestive enzymes

What role does the large intestine play in the digestive process?

• It digests proteins

• It absorbs water and forms waste

• It produces bile

• It breaks down carbohydrates

Which of the following best describes the function of bile in digestion?

• It breaks down proteins

• It neutralizes stomach acid

• It emulsifies fats

• It absorbs vitamins

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

• To store bile

• To produce insulin

• To produce digestive enzymes

• To absorb nutrients

Which of the following processes occurs in the mouth during digestion?

• Absorption of nutrients

• Chemical digestion of carbohydrates

• Breakdown of proteins

• Absorption of water

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

• To produce bile

• To absorb nutrients

• To store vitamins

• To break down carbohydrates

Which part of the digestive system is primarily responsible for the absorption of water?

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Large intestine

• Esophagus