Digestion for Us

In stomach, which of the following change will occur

• Proteins are converted into polypeptides

• starch is converted into maltose

• fats are converted in fatty acids and glycerol

• maltose is converted into glucose

What enzyme is found in saliva that starts digesting carbohydrates?

• amylase

• chyme

• pepsin

• bile

Which organ is a secondary organ that stores bile?

• stomach
• gallbladder
• pancreas
• liver

Emulsification of fats occurs by the action of

• pancreatic juices

• amylase

• bile

• lipases

The hormone produced in the pancreas that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood

• Chyme

• Insulin

• Glucagon

• Fiber

Peristalsis occurs in which TWO organs?

• A

• C

• E

• G

Carbohydrates are broken down into...

• amino acids

• fatty acids

• fatty acids and glycerol

• glucose

This water-soluble vitamin helps to make collagen, build a healthy immune system, helps maintain capillaries, bones and teeth in addition to protecting other vitamins from oxidation.

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin B

• Vitamin K

• Vitamin E

Which of the following are necessary for efficient digestion of lipids?

• Bile

• Lipase

• Triglyceride

• Monoglyceride

Which type of teeth are meant to be used for cutting food?

• Molars

• Incisors

• Canines

• Bicuspids