Understanding Digestive Functions

Practice Questions

GRE Subject Test: Biology › Understanding Digestive Functions

Questions
5
1

Which of the following macromolecules is broken down by pepsin in the stomach?

2

Which is a correct association for cell type and products in the islets of Langerhans?

3

-amylase, found in saliva, plays a role in the digestion of what compounds?

4

A patient presents to the hospital with the complaint of pain in his abdomen. Imaging reveals ulcers in his upper small intestine. Further tests reveal that the ulcers are caused by acid entering the small intestine not being properly neutralized.

What organ in the digestive system is malfunctioning, causing these acidic secretions to harm the small intestine?

5

Which organ is responsible for creating bile?

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