Digestive System

Front

What organ of the digestive system secretes pepsin and hydrochloric acid?

Back

Stomach

Front

Which organ of the digestive system physically breaks down food by the squeezing and churning of muscular contractions?

Back

Stomach

Front

Where does the breakdown of starch (carbohydrates) begin?

Back

Mouth

Front

What does the enzyme LIPASE break down lipids (fats) into?

Back

Fatty acids

Front

Which organ is responsible for absorbing water from digested food?

Back

Large intestine

Front

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

Back

To mechanically break down food and begin the digestion of carbohydrates.

Front

What is the role of the stomach in digestion?

Back

To mix food with gastric juices, breaking it down into a semi-liquid form called chyme.

Front

What is the function of the small intestine in the digestive system?

Back

To absorb nutrients from digested food into the bloodstream.

Front

What are the main components of gastric juice?

Back

Hydrochloric acid and digestive enzymes, including pepsin.

Front

What is the function of the large intestine?

Back

To absorb water and electrolytes from indigestible food matter and to store waste.