Digestive System

Front

What is the last section of the digestive system, where water is absorbed from food and the remaining material is eliminated from the body?

Back

Large Intestine

Front

What condition occurs when acid frequently back flows from the stomach into the esophagus causing heartburn?

Back

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Front

What is the correct order of processes by which nutrients, energy, and waste from food are handled by organisms?

Back

digestion --> absorption --> elimination

Front

Where does the absorption of nutrients from food primarily take place?

Back

Small Intestine

Front

What is the primary function of the stomach in the digestive system?

Back

To break down food using acids and enzymes.

Front

What is the role of the pancreas in digestion?

Back

To produce digestive enzymes and hormones like insulin.

Front

What is the function of the liver in the digestive system?

Back

To process nutrients absorbed from the small intestine and produce bile.

Front

What is bile and where is it produced?

Back

Bile is a digestive fluid produced by the liver that helps digest fats.

Front

What is the role of the small intestine in digestion?

Back

To absorb nutrients and minerals from food.

Front

What is the function of the large intestine?

Back

To absorb water and electrolytes from indigestible food matter and eliminate waste.