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Week13
anatomy 6-12
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the main function of the digestive system? | To break down food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate waste. |
| What is peristalsis? | Wave-like muscular contractions that move food through the digestive tract. |
| Where does most nutrient absorption occur? | The small intestine. |
| What does bile do in digestion? | Helps emulsify fats for easier digestion and absorption |
| What is metabolism? | All chemical reactions in the body, including energy production and nutrient use. |
| What nutrient is the body’s primary energy source? | Carbohydrates |
| What is the main function of the kidneys? | To filter blood, remove waste, and regulate fluid and electrolyte balance. |
| What is a nephron? | The functional unit of the kidney that performs filtration. |
| What hormone increases water reabsorption in the kidneys? | Antidiuretic hormone (ADH). |
| What is the major extracellular electrolyte? | A: Sodium (Na⁺). |