What is the structure of the esophagus?
Anatomy of the Gut Tube

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The structure of the esophagus is a solid bone
The structure of the esophagus is a hollow balloon
The structure of the esophagus is a network of blood vessels
The structure of the esophagus is a muscular tube lined with mucous membrane.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Discuss the functions of the stomach.
The functions of the stomach include storage, mechanical and chemical digestion, and regulation of food release into the small intestine.
The functions of the stomach include regulation of blood sugar levels
The functions of the stomach include production of bile
The functions of the stomach include absorption of nutrients
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Explain the anatomy of the small intestine.
The small intestine is made up of three parts: the duodenum, the jejunum, and the ileum. It is lined with villi and microvilli to increase the surface area for absorption of nutrients.
The small intestine does not play a role in nutrient absorption
The small intestine is lined with cilia instead of villi and microvilli
The small intestine is made up of two parts: the duodenum and the jejunum
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the role of the large intestine in the digestive system?
Secretes digestive enzymes
Stores bile
Absorbs water and electrolytes, and forms feces for elimination.
Produces insulin
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
List the layers of the gut wall.
bronchi, alveoli, pleura, diaphragm
mucosa, submucosa, muscularis externa, serosa or adventitia
epidermis, dermis, hypodermis, adipose tissue
endocardium, myocardium, epicardium, pericardium
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Describe the blood supply to the gut tube.
Hepatic artery and splenic artery
Renal artery and iliac artery
Pulmonary artery and carotid artery
Superior mesenteric artery and inferior mesenteric artery
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How does the structure of the esophagus contribute to its function?
The structure of the esophagus contributes to its function by absorbing nutrients from the food passing through it
The esophagus structure contributes to its function by regulating the body's temperature
The esophagus structure contributes to its function by producing enzymes to break down food
The structure of the esophagus contributes to its function by allowing it to propel food from the mouth to the stomach through coordinated muscle contractions and protecting it from damage caused by food.
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