Biology 5090 · O Level · Human digestive system

Human digestive system — practice question

The diagram shows how the human alimentary canal would appear if it were taken out of a person and then laid out straight.
(a(i))[4]

Identify the diagram parts labelled A, B, C and D.

(a(ii))[1]

State which part has water absorption as its main function.

(b(i))[2]

This surgery is most likely to affect the digestion of one food substance. State which food substance and explain your answer.

(b(ii))[3]

Suggest how this surgery could help a person to lose weight.

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