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Med Term Ch 8 Test

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The first structure of the alimentary canal is the pharynx.

a)

True

b)

False

2.

Salivary glands secrete amylase, an enzyme that aids in the chemical digestion of sugars.

a)

True

b)

False

3.

The periodontium is the__________.

a)

area around the teeth

b)

membrane that covers the abdominal organs

c)

lining of the small intestine

d)

lining of the large intestine

4.

What is the lowest section of the stomach called?

a)

fundus

b)

antrum

c)

body

d)

cecum

5.

In the intestine, tiny finger-like projections are called:

a)

papillae

b)

rugae

c)

goblet cells

d)

villi

6.

Vitamin B12 is absorbed primarily in the ___________.

a)

duodenum

b)

jejunum

c)

ileum

d)

cecum

7.

Which organ produces insulin?

a)

Liver

b)

Pancreas

c)

gall bladder colon

8.

Where is bile stored?

a)

liver

b)

intestines

c)

gall bladder

d)

Liver

9.

Where is bile produced?

a)

Gall bladder

b)

Liver

c)

Intestines

d)

Pancreas

10.

What is the name for the first part of the Large Intestine?

a)

Duodenum

b)

Cecum

c)

Ileum

d)

Sigmoid Colon

11.

Which organ is responsible for package and excretion of waste?

a)

Small Intestine

b)

Large Intestine

c)

Stomach

d)

Liver

12.

Amylase from salivary glads breakdown which of the following:

a)

Starch

b)

Sugar

c)

Fats

d)

Proteins

13.

Which type of acid can be found in the stomach?

a)

HCL

b)

Sulfuric Acid

c)

H20

d)

Carbolic Acid

14.

What of the following would be associated with swallowing?

a)

Peristalsis

b)

Hydrolysis

c)

Mastication

d)

Photosynthesis

15.

What is the name for the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach?

a)

Pharynx

b)

Trachea

c)

Larynx

d)

Esophagus