Which process is stimulated by adrenaline in the cells of the liver?

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Question 1 of 5

Which process is stimulated by adrenaline in the cells of the liver?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Adrenaline stimulates glycogenolysis in the liver, breaking down glycogen into glucose to increase blood glucose levels.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following digestive enzymes is NOT found in intestinal juice?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Trypsin is produced by the pancreas and secreted into the duodenum, not found in intestinal juice, which contains enzymes like erepsin and maltase.

Question 3 of 5

Where is water mainly absorbed in the alimentary canal?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The large intestine absorbs most of the remaining water from digested material, forming semi-solid feces.

Question 4 of 5

What happens during the oral phase of digestion?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: In the oral phase, food is mechanically broken down by chewing and mixed with saliva to begin starch digestion.

Question 5 of 5

During swallowing food is prevented from being pushed up into the nasal cavity by:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The soft palate elevates during swallowing to close off the nasopharynx, preventing food from entering the nasal cavity. The epiglottis prevents entry into the trachea.

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