How the Digetive System Works

Front

How much food does an average human consume daily?

Back

Between 1 and 2.7 kilograms

Front

What is the total length of the human digestive system?

Back

About 9 meters

Front

Which organ is not part of the trio that produces special juices to break down food? Options: Liver, Pancreas, Gallbladder

Back

Spleen

Front

What role does the mesentery play in the digestive system?

Back

It supports and positions the digestive organs.

Front

How much saliva do humans produce daily?

Back

About 1.5 liters

Front

What is the name of the liquid mixture formed in the stomach?

Back

Chyme

Front

What is the primary function of bile in digestion?

Back

To digest fats

Front

Where are nutrients primarily absorbed into the bloodstream?

Back

In the small intestine

Front

What happens to the leftover fiber and water in the digestive process?

Back

They form stool in the large intestine.

Front

How long does the food's journey through the digestive system typically last?

Back

Between 30 and 40 hours