General Biology II - Digestive System Quiz

Where does the process of ingestion begin in the digestive system?

• Esophagus

• Mouth

• Stomach

• Small intestine

Where does the majority of lipid digestion occur?

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Liver

• Gallbladder

Where is bile stored before being released into the duodenum?

• Stomach

• Liver

• Gallbladder

• Pancreas

Where does bile produced?

• Stomach

• Liver

• Gallbladder

• Pancreas

Which stage of digestion involves the uptake of nutrients by the cells lining the digestive tract?

• Absorption

• Digestion

• Elimination

• Ingestion

During which stage of digestion does the physical and chemical breakdown of food occur?

• Ingestion

• Digestion

• Absorption

• Elimination

Which organ is primarily responsible for the breakdown of carbohydrates in the digestive system?

• Liver

• Pancreas

• Small intestine

• Stomach

Which stage of digestion involves the expulsion of indigestible waste material from the body?

• Absorption

• Digestion

• Elimination

• Ingestion

What is the primary function of the esophagus in the digestive process?

• Absorption of nutrients

• Secretion of digestive enzymes

• Mechanical breakdown of food

• Transport of food to the stomach

Which of the following is NOT a function of the stomach in the process of digestion?

• Mixing and churning food

• Secretion of digestive enzymes

• Storage of ingested food

• Partial digestion of proteins