Digestive System

What is the role of the small intestine in digestion?

• To absorb nutrients from the food.

• To break down food into smaller pieces.

• To store waste products before excretion.

• To produce digestive enzymes.

What happens to food in the stomach?

• It is absorbed directly into the bloodstream.

• It is mixed with digestive juices and broken down into a semi-liquid form.

• It is stored for later digestion.

• It is converted into energy immediately.

What is the liver's role in digestion?

• To produce bile, which helps digest fats.

• To absorb nutrients from food.

• To filter toxins from the blood.

• To store vitamins and minerals.

What is peristalsis?

• The wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract.

• A type of digestive enzyme that breaks down proteins.

• The process of absorbing nutrients in the intestines.

• A condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract.

What is the function of saliva in digestion?

• To begin the breakdown of food and make it easier to swallow.

• To absorb nutrients directly into the bloodstream.

• To neutralize stomach acid before it reaches the intestines.

• To provide a source of energy for the body.

What is the purpose of chewing food?

• To break it down into smaller pieces for easier digestion.

• To enhance the flavor of the food.

• To increase the temperature of the food.

• To make the food more visually appealing.

What is the digestive system?

• A system where a certain group of organs work together to convert food into energy to feed the body.

• A network of blood vessels that transport nutrients throughout the body.

• A collection of muscles that help in the movement of the body.

• A series of chemical reactions that occur in the brain.

What is the role of the pancreas in digestion?

• To produce digestive enzymes and hormones like insulin.

• To store bile produced by the liver.

• To absorb nutrients from digested food.

• To break down carbohydrates into simple sugars.

What organ does food travel to after the esophagus?

• Stomach

• Small Intestine

• Large Intestine

• Pancreas

Which organ is responsible for breaking down food after it is swallowed?

• Liver

• Stomach

• Pancreas

• Small Intestine