Digestion Process Quiz

What is the role of the mouth in the digestion process?

• It secretes digestive hormones.

• It is responsible for ripping and grinding the food - a physical change.

• It absorbs nutrients from the food.

• It eliminates waste from the body.

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What begins the chemical digestion of food?

• A hormone in the stomach.

• Bile from the liver.

• An enzyme in saliva.

• Acid in the intestines.

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What is the function of the mucus lining in the esophagus?

• To absorb nutrients from food

• To produce digestive enzymes

• To carry out peristalsis

• To protect the esophagus wall

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Peristalsis is (a)   .

• A type of digestive juice
• The wave of involuntary muscle cont
• The process of breaking down food i
• The absorption of water in the larg

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Match the following substances with what they aid in the process of digestion.

• Aids in chemical digestion

• Water and minerals

• Essential for body function but not directly involved in digestion

• Air and gases

• Does not aid in digestion, may cause discomfort

• Nutrients and vitamins

• Aids in hydration and mineral balance

• Acids and enzymes

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The churning action of the stomach muscles plays an additional role in digestion by (a)   .

• It absorbs nutrients
• It transports food to the intestine
• It helps break down food physically
• It secretes hormones

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What is the function of bile produced by the liver?

• To break down proteins

• To break down fats

• To produce insulin

• To filter blood

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The liver acts as a reservoir for (a)   in regulating blood sugar levels.

• insulin
• glucose
• excess sugar
• digestive enzymes

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What is the function of insulin produced by the pancreas?

• It helps in the digestion of proteins.

• It regulates the body's temperature.

• It is needed for our cells to use glucose (fuel).

• It aids in the absorption of vitamins.

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Match the following functions of the pancreas with their correct descriptions.

• What does the pancreas help to maintain to stabilize internal conditions?

• A constant heart rate

• What does the pancreas help to maintain to regulate energy and glucose?

• A constant body temperature

• What does the pancreas help to maintain to control circulatory functions?

• A constant body weight

• What does the pancreas help to maintain to ensure proper metabolism?

• A constant blood sugar level

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