Gastrointestinal System

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Where does digestion begin?

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Mouth - Digestion starts in the mouth where food is mechanically broken down by chewing and mixed with saliva.

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Where does most digestion and absorption take place?

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Small intestine - Most digestion and absorption occur in the small intestine, not the stomach.

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What is the role of the gallbladder?

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The gallbladder stores bile produced by the liver, but it does not produce bile.

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What does the pancreas produce?

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The pancreas produces digestive enzymes that are released into the duodenum to aid in digestion.

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What is salivary amylase?

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Salivary amylase is an enzyme produced by salivary glands that begins the chemical breakdown of carbohydrates.

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What is the function of bile?

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Bile helps in the emulsification of fats, making them easier to digest.

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What is the primary function of the stomach?

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The stomach primarily functions to store food and begin the digestion of proteins.

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What is the role of the small intestine in digestion?

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The small intestine is responsible for the majority of nutrient absorption and further digestion of food.

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What is the significance of the duodenum?

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The duodenum is the first part of the small intestine where most chemical digestion occurs.

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What is the function of the esophagus?

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The esophagus is a muscular tube that transports food from the mouth to the stomach.