MA 700 Week 1 Test (Answered) 50
Q&A. 100% Verified. 2025/2026.
the digestive tract is also known as?
gastrointestinal tract
name the parts that make up the digestive tract?
mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, intestines
what organ of the digestive system is NOT an accessory organ?
kidneys
the taking in food is known as what?
ingestion
the mixing actions of food being broken down into smaller particles in the stomach is known as?
mechanical digestion
what is the term for the rhythmic contractions that move food particles through the digestive tract?
peristalsis
what is the innermost layer of the digestive tract?
mucosa
what is the function of the sensory receptors on the lips?
to judge the temperature and texture of food
what directs food away from the nasal cavity and into the oropharynx during swallowing?
soft palate and uvula
what is NOT a function of the tongue?
secretes digestive enzymes
which of the following connects the tongue anteriorly to the floor of the mouth?
lingual frenulum
What is the total number of secondary teeth?
32
what is the name of the teeth that have sharp edges that are used for biting food?
incisors
what is the name of the salivary glands that are located on each side of the head just in front of the
ears?
Q&A. 100% Verified. 2025/2026.
the digestive tract is also known as?
gastrointestinal tract
name the parts that make up the digestive tract?
mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, intestines
what organ of the digestive system is NOT an accessory organ?
kidneys
the taking in food is known as what?
ingestion
the mixing actions of food being broken down into smaller particles in the stomach is known as?
mechanical digestion
what is the term for the rhythmic contractions that move food particles through the digestive tract?
peristalsis
what is the innermost layer of the digestive tract?
mucosa
what is the function of the sensory receptors on the lips?
to judge the temperature and texture of food
what directs food away from the nasal cavity and into the oropharynx during swallowing?
soft palate and uvula
what is NOT a function of the tongue?
secretes digestive enzymes
which of the following connects the tongue anteriorly to the floor of the mouth?
lingual frenulum
What is the total number of secondary teeth?
32
what is the name of the teeth that have sharp edges that are used for biting food?
incisors
what is the name of the salivary glands that are located on each side of the head just in front of the
ears?
