Muscular and Digestive Systems

Which of the following is the correct arrangement of the parts of the small intestine?

• Duodenum --> Jejunum --> Ileum

• Jejunum --> Ileum --> Duodenum

• Ileum --> Duodenum --> Jejunum

• Jejunum --> Duodenum --> Ileum

In which organ of the alimentary canal does absorption take place?

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Large intestine

• Esophagus

What digestive enzyme is contained in the saliva?

• Amylase

• Pepsine

• Hydrochloride acid

• Lipase

Which macromolecule requires bile prior to digestion?

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Carbohydrates

• Protein and lipids

Which of the following is defined as the ability of an object to quickly return to the original shape and size?

• Elasticity
• Excitibility
• Flexibility
• Extensibility

The skeletal muscle which contracts and causes movement is the _______.

• Antagonist
• Agonist
• Fixator

• Synergist

The muscle which relaxes during movement is the_______.

• Antagonist
• Agonist
• Synergist

• Fixator

Adrian is performing elbow flexion during workout, which skeletal muscle is the agonist in this movement?

• Triceps
• Biceps
• Quadriceps
• Hamstring

The point of attachment of a skeletal muscle to a bone that doesn't move during contraction is called the

The rhythmic contraction of smooth muscles that facilitates movement of foodstuff down the alimentary canal is called