Digestive System Review Task Cards

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What are the two main ways the body breaks down food?

Back

Teeth and muscle contractions, enzymes or acids.

Front

Where does food move after the mouth?

Back

Esophagus.

Front

What is the final destination of food in the digestive system?

Back

Large intestine.

Front

What do our bodies need from food to work properly?

Back

Nutrients.

Front

What role do teeth play in digestion?

Back

Teeth help break down food into smaller pieces.

Front

What is the function of enzymes in digestion?

Back

Enzymes help break down food into nutrients that the body can absorb.

Front

What is the esophagus?

Back

A tube that connects the mouth to the stomach.

Front

What is the stomach's role in digestion?

Back

The stomach mixes food with acids and enzymes to further break it down.

Front

What happens in the small intestine?

Back

Most nutrient absorption occurs here.

Front

What is the purpose of the large intestine?

Back

To absorb water and prepare waste for elimination.