Human Digestive System and Basic Biology

Questions about the human digestive system, animal biology, and basic biochemical processes including digestion, absorption, and egestion.

6 Questions Published

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 ________.

  1. layer of fat
  2. mucus
  3. hair
  4. glands
  5. muscles
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a sanguinivorous animal?

  1. Goat
  2. Leech
  3. Cow
  4. Bear
  5. Tiger
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What does the term 'egestion' mean?

  1. Nutrients being absorbed through villi
  2. Faeces being removed through anus
  3. Food being broken down into simpler form
  4. Swallowing food
  5. Eating food
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

The digested food is completely absorbed in ____________.

  1. small intestine
  2. liver
  3. buccal cavity
  4. stomach
  5. large intestine
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

On breaking down proteins, what is/are obtained as basic units?

  1. Amino acids
  2. Glycerol
  3. Nucleotides
  4. Fatty acids
  5. Simple sugars
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In which of the follwoing conditions is the ORS given to the patient?

  1. Allergy
  2. Diarrhoea
  3. Common cold
  4. Diabetes
  5. Cancer