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Y8 -Food and digestion

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What is the main function of the stomach in digestion?

Stomach breaks down food

Stomach absorbs nutrients

Stomach stores food

Stomach removes waste products

The pancreas releases insulin into the blood to balance sugar levels

True

False

Which of these nutrients are digested by the body?

Proteins

Fibers

Fats

Vitamins

What organ is the site of most nutrient absorption?

Stomach

Pancreas

Liver

Small intestine

The digestion of carbohydrates begins in the mouth.

True

False

What role does the liver play in digestion?

Breaks down fat molecules

Absorbs nutrients

Breaks down toxins

All of the above

Foods rich in fiber are digested completely by the body.

True

False

Which below are functions of the digestive system?

Absorption

Ingestion

Excretion

Growth

The enzyme lipase breaks down what type of nutrient?

Proteins

Carbohydrates

Fats

Vitamins

The small intestine is shorter than the large intestine.

True

False

What is the main role of the colon in digestion?

Absorbs remaining water

Absorbs nutrients

Stores waste material

All of the above

The digestion of which nutrients begins in the stomach?

Proteins

Carbohydrates

Vitamins

Fats

What enzyme found in saliva begins the digestion of carbohydrates?

Amylase

Peptidase

Lipase

Lactase

Enzymes play a critical role in the digestive process.

True

False

Which types of foods are beneficial for a healthy digestive system?

High-fat foods

High fiber foods

Processed foods

Fresh fruits and vegetables