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Medical Terminology Related to Digestive System Components Quiz

#1

What is the medical term for difficulty in swallowing?

Dysphagia
Explanation

Difficulty in swallowing.

#2

Which organ produces bile to aid in digestion?

Liver
Explanation

Liver produces bile.

#3

Which part of the digestive system is responsible for the absorption of water and electrolytes?

Colon
Explanation

Colon absorbs water and electrolytes.

#4

Which organ stores bile produced by the liver?

Gallbladder
Explanation

Gallbladder stores bile.

#5

What is the main function of the small intestine in the digestive system?

Absorption of nutrients
Explanation

Small intestine absorbs nutrients.

#6

Which of the following is a condition involving inflammation of the stomach lining?

Gastritis
Explanation

Inflammation of the stomach lining.

#7

Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down proteins in the stomach?

Pepsin
Explanation

Pepsin breaks down proteins.

#8

What is the medical term for the sensation of nausea or vomiting?

Emesis
Explanation

Sensation of nausea or vomiting.

#9

What is the medical term for the backward flow of stomach acid into the esophagus?

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Explanation

Backward flow of stomach acid into esophagus.

#10

What is the medical term for the surgical removal of the appendix?

Appendectomy
Explanation

Surgical removal of the appendix.

#11

What is the medical term for the condition of having gallstones?

Cholelithiasis
Explanation

Condition of having gallstones.

#12

Which hormone stimulates the pancreas to release insulin and glucagon?

Secretin
Explanation

Secretin stimulates pancreatic release.

#13

What is the medical term for the condition characterized by the presence of blood in the stool?

Hematochezia
Explanation

Presence of blood in stool.

#14

What is the medical term for the condition of inflammation of the liver?

Hepatitis
Explanation

Inflammation of the liver.

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