Exploring the Digestive System

Which part of the digestive system is responsible for breaking down food using acids and enzymes?

• Esophagus

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Colon

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

• Absorb nutrients

• Transport food from the mouth to the stomach

• Break down food with enzymes

• Store waste

Which part of the digestive system is mainly responsible for nutrient absorption?

• Stomach

• Esophagus

• Small intestine

• Colon

What is the main role of the colon in the digestive system?

• Digest proteins

• Absorb water and electrolytes

• Break down fats

• Transport food to the stomach

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

• Store food

• Absorb nutrients

• Mix food with digestive juices

• Begin protein digestion

The small intestine is divided into three parts. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

• Duodenum

• Jejunum

• Ileum

• Colon

What is the primary function of the digestive system?

• Circulate blood

• Break down food and absorb nutrients

• Protect against infections

• Regulate body temperature

Which part of the digestive system connects the mouth to the stomach?

• Colon

• Small intestine

• Esophagus

• Stomach

What is the main function of the small intestine's villi?

• Produce digestive enzymes

• Increase surface area for absorption

• Store bile

• Transport food to the colon

Which of the following correctly describes the order of food passage through the digestive system?

• Mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon

• Mouth, stomach, esophagus, colon, small intestine

• Esophagus, mouth, stomach, colon, small intestine

• Stomach, mouth, esophagus, small intestine, colon