Chapter 24 Principles of Anatomy & Physiology 14th edition by Gerard J Tortora

Chapter 24 Principles of Anatomy & Physiology 14th edition by Gerard J Tortora

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

1) Which of following processes is the function of the smooth muscle layer of the digestive system?

1. a) Ingestion
2. b) Secretion
3. c) Mixing and propulsion
4. d) Absorption
5. e) None of these choices

Answer: c

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 24.1 Describe the structure and function of the digestive system organs.

Study Objective 2: SO 24.1.2 Describe the basic processes performed by the digestive system.

Section Reference 1: Sec 24.1 Overview of the Digestive System

2) Which of following processes is the primary function of the mouth?

1. a) Ingestion
2. b) Secretion
3. c) Mixing and propulsion
4. d) Absorption
5. e) None of these choices

Answer: a

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 24.1 Describe the structure and function of the digestive system organs.

Study Objective 1: SO 24.1.2 Describe the basic processes performed by the digestive system.

Section Reference 1: Sec 24.1 Overview of the Digestive System

3) Which of the following processes is the primary function of the villi of the small intestine?

1. a) Ingestion
2. b) Secretion
3. c) Mixing and propulsion
4. d) Absorption
5. e) None of these choices

Answer: d

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 24.1 Describe the structure and function of the digestive system organs.

Study Objective 1: SO 24.1.2 Describe the basic processes performed by the digestive system.

Section Reference 1: Sec 24.1 Overview of the Digestive System

4) Which of the following accessory organs produces a fluid to soften food?

1. a) Teeth
2. b) Salivary glands
3. c) Liver
4. d) Gallbladder
5. e) Pharynx

Answer: b

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 24.5 Identify the structure and function of the digestive components of the mouth.

Study Objective 2: SO 24.5.1 Identify the locations of the salivary glands, and describe the functions of their secretions.

Section Reference 1: Sec 24.5 Mouth

5) Which of the following accessory organs produces a fluid that functions to emulsify dietary fats?

1. a) Teeth
2. b) Salivary glands
3. c) Liver
4. d) Gallbladder
5. e) Pharynx

Answer: c

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 24.11 Describe the location, anatomy, histology, and functions of the liver and gallbladder.

Section Reference 1: Sec 24.11 Liver and Gallbladder