CH6 A&P Knowledge Check pp. 65-69

What is the primary function of the oral cavity?

• Initial mechanical and chemical breakdown of food

• Absorption of nutrients

• Transport of food to the stomach

• Absorption of water and electrolytes

Which organ is responsible for the secretion of saliva?

• Oral Cavity

• Salivary Glands

• Tonsils

• Esophagus

What is the role of the oropharynx?

• Nutrient absorption

• Passage for food and air

• Digestion of proteins

• Formation and compacting of feces

Through what process does the esophagus transport food to the stomach?

• Filtration

• Diffusion

• Osmosis

• Peristalsis

What is the main function of the stomach?

• Transport of nutrients

• Absorption of water

• Storage of feces

• Further breakdown and mixing of food

Where does the primary absorption of nutrients occur?

• Small Intestine

• Stomach

• Large Intestine

• Esophagus

What aids the small intestine in the digestion process?

• Gastric juices

• Saliva

• Enzymes from the pancreas and bile from the liver

• Acids from the stomach

What is the main role of the large intestine?

• Secretion of saliva

• Transport of food to the stomach

• Absorption of water and electrolytes

• Breakdown of food

Where are feces stored before elimination?

• Rectum

• Stomach

• Oropharynx

• Small Intestine

What is the function of the anus?

• Transport of food

• Digestion of carbohydrates

• Controlled release of feces

• Absorption of nutrients