Human Body Systems and Functions Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?

• Absorption of dietary fats

• Transport of oxygen to tissues

• Removal of interstitial fluid

• Immune response

Which organ is considered an accessory organ of the digestive system?

• Stomach

• Pancreas

• Small intestine

• Oesophagus

What is the primary function of the renal system?

• Production of digestive enzymes

• Filtration of blood to form urine

• Absorption of nutrients

• Regulation of body temperature

Which process occurs first during the gastrointestinal digestion of food?

• Absorption in the small intestine

• Mechanical breakdown in the mouth

• Protein denaturation in the stomach

• Bile secretion in the duodenum

Which of the following is a key immune response mechanism of the lymphatic system?

• Production of insulin

• Filtration of lymph by lymph nodes

• Secretion of bile

• Reabsorption of water

Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating the menstrual cycle?

• Insulin

• Oestrogen

• Adrenaline

• Thyroxine

Which structure is NOT part of the male reproductive system?

• Prostate gland

• Uterus

• Seminal vesicle

• Vas deferens

Which of the following is a function of the digestive system in maintaining homeostasis?

• Regulation of blood glucose levels

• Filtration of blood

• Production of red blood cells

• Synthesis of antibodies

Which organ is responsible for the majority of nutrient absorption in the digestive system?

• Large intestine

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Liver

Which of the following best describes the function of nephrons in the kidneys?

• Production of bile

• Filtration and reabsorption of blood components

• Secretion of digestive enzymes

• Storage of urine