3.3 Digestive Role Of Liver And Pancreas

Question 1

What is the primary function of the liver in digestion?

Answer 1

The primary function of the liver in digestion is to produce bile, which helps emulsify fats.

Question 2

True or False: The pancreas produces digestive enzymes.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The liver metabolizes __________ and detoxifies harmful substances.

Answer 3

nutrients

Question 4

What role does bile play in digestion?

Answer 4

Bile aids in the emulsification and digestion of fats.

Question 5

Which organ produces insulin?

Answer 5

The pancreas

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver? A) Bile production B) Blood filtration C) Hormone secretion D) Protein digestion

Answer 6

D) Protein digestion

Question 7

What are the two main types of digestive enzymes produced by the pancreas?

Answer 7

Proteases and lipases

Question 8

True or False: The liver has a role in the storage of vitamins.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Fill in the blank: The pancreas secretes __________ to neutralize stomach acid in the small intestine.

Answer 9

bicarbonate

Question 10

What is the process of breaking down fats into smaller droplets called?

Answer 10

Emulsification

Question 11

Multiple Choice: Which of the following substances is produced by the liver? A) Amylase B) Bile C) Cholecystokinin D) Pepsin

Answer 11

B) Bile

Question 12

What is the significance of the hepatic portal vein?

Answer 12

It carries nutrient-rich blood from the gastrointestinal tract to the liver.

Question 13

True or False: The liver is responsible for the digestion of carbohydrates.

Answer 13

False

Question 14

Fill in the blank: The pancreas is located behind the __________.

Answer 14

stomach

Question 15

What is the main digestive enzyme for carbohydrates produced by the pancreas?

Answer 15

Amylase

Question 16

Multiple Choice: Which enzyme is responsible for protein digestion in the small intestine? A) Amylase B) Lipase C) Trypsin D) Bile

Answer 16

C) Trypsin

Question 17

What is the function of glucagon produced by the pancreas?

Answer 17

To raise blood glucose levels by promoting the release of glucose from the liver.

Question 18

True or False: The liver can regenerate itself after damage.

Answer 18

True

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The pancreas plays a key role in both __________ and endocrine functions.

Answer 19

exocrine

Question 20

What is the main function of the gallbladder?

Answer 20

To store and concentrate bile produced by the liver.

Question 21

Multiple Choice: Which hormone stimulates the release of bile from the gallbladder? A) Insulin B) Glucagon C) Cholecystokinin D) Secretin

Answer 21

C) Cholecystokinin

Question 22

What is the role of the liver in cholesterol metabolism?

Answer 22

The liver synthesizes and regulates cholesterol levels in the body.

Question 23

True or False: The pancreas only has an exocrine function.

Answer 23

False

Question 24

Fill in the blank: The liver converts excess glucose into __________ for storage.

Answer 24

glycogen

Question 25

What is the relationship between the liver and the immune system?

Answer 25

The liver produces immune factors and filters bacteria and toxins from the blood.

Question 26

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a digestive function of the pancreas? A) Producing bile B) Secreting digestive enzymes C) Storing glucose D) Detoxifying blood

Answer 26

B) Secreting digestive enzymes