Digestive System Anatomy and Physiology Exam Questions and Answers Graded A+

Digestive System Anatomy and
Physiology Exam Questions and Answers
Graded A+

Alimentary canal (GI tract) - Correct answer-Tube from mouth to anus: oral cavity,

pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestines & large intestines

Accessory structures - Correct answer-Structures that aid the alimentary canal with

digestion: salivary glands, teeth, liver, gallbladder & pancreas.

Functions of the digestive system - Correct answer-Ingestion, Digestion,

Absorption, Defecation

Ingestion - Correct answer-Putting something into the alimentary canal

Digestion - Correct answer-Breaking ingested material into smaller components

Mechanical digestion - Correct answer-Physical breakdown of food

Chemical digestion - Correct answer-Breakdown of food by enzymes

Absorption - Correct answer-Movement of nutrients from the GI tract into the

blood: carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins & minerals.