Digestive System Quiz

Which organ is responsible for the production of bile, a substance that helps digest fats?

• Pancreas

• Liver

• Stomach

• Small intestine

What is the primary function of the small intestine in the digestive system?

• To absorb water from undigested food

• To store undigested food

• To absorb nutrients from digested food

• To produce digestive enzymes

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Which of the following is NOT a common digestive disorder?

• Acid reflux

• Asthma

• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

• Crohn's disease

The process of breaking down food into smaller molecules that the body can absorb is known as:

• Absorption

• Digestion

• Ingestion

• Excretion

Which part of the digestive system is primarily involved in the absorption of nutrients?

• Esophagus

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Large intestine

What is the role of the stomach in digestion?

• It absorbs nutrients directly into the bloodstream.

• It stores undigested food.

• It uses acids and enzymes to break down food.

• It produces bile for fat digestion.

Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver in digestion?

• Producing bile

• Storing vitamins

• Absorbing fats

• Detoxifying chemicals

Which organ is NOT part of the human digestive system?

• Gallbladder

• Kidney

• Pancreas

• Esophagus

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What is the role of the pancreas in digestion?

• It produces enzymes that break down proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.

• It absorbs nutrients and water.

• It stores undigested food.

• It produces bile for fat digestion.

Which condition is characterized by inflammation of the digestive tract, leading to abdominal pain, severe diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, and malnutrition?

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

• Crohn's disease

• Lactose intolerance

• Celiac disease