Practice MCQ For Govt Pharmacist Exam, in this article we will solve, Practice Multiple Choice Questions on the Digestive System. Read following article for your reference.
Digestive system
Which of the following is NOT a major salivary gland?
a) Parotid gland
b) Submandibular gland
c) Sublingual gland
d) Palatine gland
The pancreas is located:
a) Behind the stomach
b) In front of the small intestine
c) Below the liver
d) All of the above
The liver is responsible for ALL of the following EXCEPT:
a) Bile production
b) Blood sugar regulation
c) Protein synthesis
d) Muscle contraction
The main function of the small intestine is:
a) Food storage
b) Nutrient absorption
c) Food breakdown
d) Waste elimination
The large intestine is primarily responsible for:
a) Water absorption
b) Nutrient breakdown
c) Food storage
d) Waste elimination
Saliva contains the enzyme ________ which begins carbohydrate digestion.
a) Pepsin
b) Amylase
c) Lipase
d) Trypsin
In the stomach, food is broken down by:
a) Mechanical grinding only
b) Hydrochloric acid and pepsin only
c) Both mechanical grinding and chemical digestion
d) Bile salts only
Bile, produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, helps with the digestion of:
a) Carbohydrates
b) Proteins
c) Fats
d) All of the above
The end products of protein digestion are:
a) Simple sugars
b) Fatty acids
c) Amino acids
d) Vitamins
Which of the following vitamins is NOT absorbed in the small intestine?
a) Vitamin A
b) Vitamin B12
c) Vitamin D
d) Vitamin K
Heartburn and regurgitation are symptoms of:
a) Peptic ulcer disease
b) Lactose intolerance
c) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
d) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder triggered by:
a) Spicy foods
b) Gluten
c) Lactose
d) Fatty foods
Symptoms of constipation include:
a) Frequent, loose stools
b) Difficulty passing stool
c) Bloody stools
d) Abdominal cramping
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of diarrhea?
a) Viral infection
b) Lactose intolerance
c) Antibiotic use
d) Dehydration
Hemorrhoids are:
a) Inflamed pouches in the colon
b) Swollen veins in the anus and rectum
c) A type of intestinal blockage
d) A parasitic infection
The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for:
a) Stimulating digestion
b) Inhibiting digestion
c) Nutrient absorption
d) Waste elimination
Which hormone stimulates the release of digestive juices from the stomach and pancreas?
a) Insulin
b) Glucagon
c) Secretin
d) Gastrin
The stretch reflex in the digestive system helps to:
a) Move food forward
b) Secrete digestive juices
c) Absorb nutrients
d) Eliminate waste
The process of breaking down food into smaller particles is called:
a) Digestion
b) Absorption
c) Elimination
d) Metabolism
The undigested material and water left after passing through the small intestine enter the:
a) Stomach
b) Large intestine
c) Esophagus
d) Rectum
The muscular tube connecting the mouth to the stomach is called the:
a) Esophagus
b) Small intestine
c) Large intestine
d) Rectum
The opening at the end of the digestive tract where waste is eliminated is called the:
a) Anus
b) Rectum
c) Colon
d) Sigmoid colon
A balanced diet rich in fiber is beneficial for:
a) Promoting gut health
b) Regulating blood sugar
c) Maintaining a healthy weight
d) All of the above
The appendix is a small, finger-shaped organ attached to the:
a) Esophagus
b) Stomach
c) Small intestine
d) Large intestine
The process of converting food into energy for the body is called:
a) Digestion
b) Absorption
c) Elimination
d) Metabolism
Which of the following is NOT a digestive enzyme?
a) Amylase
b) Insulin
c) Lipase
d) Trypsin
The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage that helps to prevent:
a) Food from entering the trachea
b) Stomach acid from flowing back into the esophagus
c) Waste products from entering the small intestine
d) Bile from entering the stomach
Which of the following statements about the digestive system is FALSE?
a) Digestion is a one-way process.
b) The liver plays a crucial role in detoxification.
c) The large intestine is longer than the small intestine.
d) Bacteria in the gut contribute to digestion and nutrient absorption.
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