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1
The organ of the digestive tract that connects the mouth to the stomach and uses peristaltic movement to push the bolus of food to the stomach is
A)the small intestine.
B)the stomach.
C)the esophagus.
D)the larynx.
2
The digestive system accessory organ that produces bile to be used for the emulsification and digestion of fats is the
A)pancreas.
B)small intestine.
C)gallbladder.
D)liver.
3
Which organ is the main site for nutrient digestion and absorption?
A)Large intestine
B)Small intestine
C)Liver
D)Pancreas
4
The _____ sphincter controls the flow of the stomach contents into the small intestine.
A)anal
B)pyloric
C)esophageal
D)All of these choices are correct
5
Which of the following is TRUE about peristalsis?
A)It is a coordinated effort of contraction and relaxation of the muscle
B)Peristalsis begins in the small intestine
C)The most frequent peristalsis takes place in the esophagus
D)Peristalsis only occurs in the esophagus





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