Which of the following organs is primarily responsible for the mechanical breakdown of food?

Understanding Digestion and Absorption

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Natalie Moseley
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Stomach
Mouth
Small intestine
Large intestine
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main function of the stomach in the digestive process?
Absorption of nutrients
Production of bile
Chemical digestion of proteins
Storage of waste
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which organ is responsible for the absorption of most nutrients?
Large intestine
Stomach
Small intestine
Pancreas
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
During which stage of digestion does the breakdown of carbohydrates begin?
Ingestion
Digestion in the stomach
Digestion in the mouth
Absorption in the small intestine
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does the pancreas play in digestion?
It produces bile to emulsify fats.
It secretes enzymes that aid in digestion.
It absorbs water and electrolytes.
It stores and concentrates bile.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following processes occurs in the large intestine?
Absorption of amino acids
Absorption of water
Breakdown of proteins
Production of insulin
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of bile in the digestive system?
Neutralizing stomach acid
Breaking down carbohydrates
Emulsifying fats
Absorbing vitamins
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