Nutrient Absorption in the Small Intestine

Which part of the digestive system is responsible for nutrient absorption?

• Small intestine

• Stomach

• Large intestine

• Esophagus

Which of the following is a part of the digestive system?

• Heart

• Stomach

• Brain

• Lungs

The mouth is responsible for ______.

• Pumping blood

• Breathing

• Starting digestion

• Filtering waste.

Fill in the blank: The stomach helps in ______ the food.

• Chewing

• Digesting

• Breathing

• Circulating

Which organ is NOT part of the digestive system?

• Mouth

• Stomach

• Liver

• Heart

Enzymes are ______ that speed up chemical reactions.

• proteins

• fats

• carbohydrates

• vitamins

The small intestine is responsible for ______.

• digestion

• absorption

• both digestion and absorption

• storage of waste

What are enzymes?

• Special proteins that help break down food

• Tiny scissors

• Vitamins

• Minerals

Each enzyme has a specific ______.

• color

• job

• shape

• size

What carries nutrients from the small intestine to the rest of the body?

• Nerves

• Muscles

• Blood

• Bones