Anatomy and Physiology of Digestive System

Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down carbohydrates in the mouth?

• lipase

• protease

• amylase

• pepsin

What is the function of pepsin in the digestive system?

• To break down carbohydrates into glucose

• To produce bile for fat digestion

• To break down proteins into smaller peptides.

• To absorb nutrients from the small intestine

A) Breaks down proteins into peptides

• Lipolysis

• Proteolysis

• Glycolysis

• Oxidative phosphorylation

Where are digestive enzymes produced in the body?

• Lungs, heart, and brain

• Salivary glands, stomach, pancreas, and small intestine

• Large intestine, gallbladder, and appendix

• Kidneys, liver, and spleen

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Which enzyme is produced by the pancreas for the digestion of fats?

• a) Amylase

• b) Lipase

• c) Protease

• d) Trypsin

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Where is bile produced?

• a) Liver

• b) Pancreas

• c) Gallbladder

• d) Small intestine

What is the main function of bile in digestion?

• a) Emulsify fats

• b) Break down proteins

• c) Neutralize stomach acids

• d) Initiate carbohydrate digestion

Which hormone stimulates the release of bile from the gallbladder?

• a) Insulin

• b) Ghrelin

• c) Cholecystokinin (CCK)

• d) Glucagon

   

What is the primary function of the gallbladder?

 

• a) Bile production

• b) Fat digestion

• c) Bile storage and concentration

• d) Carbohydrate absorption

. What is the function of insulin in the body?

• a) Increase blood sugar levels

• b) Promote glycogen breakdown

• c) Lower blood sugar levels

• d) Stimulate fat digestion

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