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Question 1
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What is peristalsis?
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The movement of food along the digestive system by wave-like muscle contractions.
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A digestive enzyme secreted by the salivary glands.
Question 2
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The actions of churning, grinding, and chewing are referred to as _____ digestion.
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Chemical
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Mechanical
Question 3
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Structures in the digestive system that slow down the movement of food through the digestive system are referred to as _____.
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Sphincters
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Valves
Question 4
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What is the function of the villi?
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To increase surface area for absorption of nutrients by the small intestine.
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To provide movement of nutrients through the small intestine.
Question 5
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What is the function of the large intestine?
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To finish the digestion of food not performed by the small intestine.
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It's main function is to absorb water and salt.
Question 6
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What is the function of the epiglottis?
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To prevent liquids and solids from going into the trachea.
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To prevent liquids and solids from going into the esophagus.
Question 7
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True or False: Food does not actually pass through accessory organs, they only contribute chemicals and enzymes to aid in digestion.
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- True
- False
Question 8
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Which digestive organ is referred to as a J-shaped sac, lined with folds called rugae, and churns and mixes food with digestive chemicals as it progresses through the digestive system?
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Mouth
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Stomach
Question 9
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The term "feces" is the scientific word given to the waste product produced by the digestive system and released from the body.
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- True
- False
Question 10
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The scientific term given to the process of chewing is referred to as _____.
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Manipulation
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Mastication
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