Human Digestive System

The first part of the small intestine is the:

• Colon

• Duodenum

• Cardia

• Pylorus

Which organ stores bile?

• stomach

• gallbladder

• pancreas

• liver

What organ is this?

• stomach

• large intestine

• small intestine

• esophagus

What organ is this?

• stomach

• small intestine

• large intestine

• esophagus

What is the function of a liver?

• To call Raegan a gweeb

• to transfer foods

• to produce enzymes

• to produce bile

What is the process known as peristalsis

• The process that transfers food from the mouth to the stomach. Also known as swallowing

• The process that breaks down food by chewing and mashing

What carries food from the pharynx to the stomach?

• larynx

• trachea

• oesophagus

• bronchioles

Where does the process of digestion begin?

• mouth

• oesophagus

• stomach

• small intestine

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NGSS.MS-LS1-7

What enzyme is found in saliva that starts digesting carbohydrates?

• amylase

• chyme

• pepsin

• bile

Where does the absorption of nutrients from food take place?

• stomach

• liver

• small intestine

• large intestine

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-7