Human Digestive System and Basic Biology
Questions about the human digestive system, animal biology, and basic biochemical processes including digestion, absorption, and egestion.
Questions
Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
Though a strong acid like hydrochloric acid is there in the stomach, the stomach wall is well protected by ________.
- layer of fat
- mucus
- hair
- glands
- muscles
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
Which of the following is a sanguinivorous animal?
- Goat
- Leech
- Cow
- Bear
- Tiger
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
What does the term 'egestion' mean?
- Nutrients being absorbed through villi
- Faeces being removed through anus
- Food being broken down into simpler form
- Swallowing food
- Eating food
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
The digested food is completely absorbed in ____________.
- small intestine
- liver
- buccal cavity
- stomach
- large intestine
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
On breaking down proteins, what is/are obtained as basic units?
- Amino acids
- Glycerol
- Nucleotides
- Fatty acids
- Simple sugars
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
In which of the follwoing conditions is the ORS given to the patient?
- Allergy
- Diarrhoea
- Common cold
- Diabetes
- Cancer