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Claribel B.
Anatomy weeks 6-12
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the primary function of the digestive system? | To break down food into smaller molecules and absorb nutrients. |
| Which organ is responsible for producing bile? | Liver |
| What is the role of the small intestine in digestion? | Absorb nutrients and break down proteins. |
| What is the role of saliva in digestion? | Contains enzyme that helps the stomach to digest starches in food. |
| Where does most of the digestion and absorption occur? | small intestine |
| How does food move through the digestive tract? | peristalsis |
| What acid is produced by the stomach? | hydrochloric acid |
| What is the function of the pancreas? | produces enzymes that helps in digestion and regulates blood sugar levels |
| What enzymes produced by the pancreas? | amylase, lipase and proteases |
| How does pancreas regulate blood sugar levels? | Insulin is release when blood glucose rise, glucagon is release when blood glucose is low. |