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StudyStack #2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the primary function of the mouth in digestion? | Mechanical breakdown of food by chewing and chemical digestion through salivary enzymes like amylase. |
| What structure connects the pharynx to the stomach? | The esophagus. |
| What is the name of the muscular opening that allows food to enter the stomach from the esophagus? | The lower esophageal sphincter (cardiac sphincter). |
| What is the main function of the stomach? | To chemically and mechanically break down food using acid and enzymes, producing chyme. |
| What are the three regions of the small intestine, in order? | Duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. |
| Which accessory organ produces bile? | The liver. |
| What is the primary function of bile? | To emulsify fats, making them easier to digest and absorb. |
| What structure separates the small intestine from the large intestine? | The ileocecal valve. |
| What is the main function of the large intestine? | To absorb water and electrolytes and form solid waste (feces). |
| Which organ produces digestive enzymes that help break down carbohydrates, proteins, and fats? | The pancreas. |