Digestive System

Front

What connects the mouth to the stomach?

Back

Esophagus

Front

What is the function of the teeth and tongue?

Back

Mechanical digestion

Front

What does the esophagus do?

Back

It pushes food into the stomach.

Front

What is the function of the epiglottis?

Back

It is a flap of cartilage that keeps food out of the lungs.

Front

What is the main purpose of the digestive system?

Back

To provide you with nutrients and energy.

Front

What is the role of saliva in digestion?

Back

Saliva helps to break down food and makes it easier to swallow.

Front

What is the stomach's function in the digestive system?

Back

The stomach breaks down food using acids and enzymes.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-7

Front

What are the small intestines responsible for?

Back

The small intestines absorb nutrients from food.

Front

What is the large intestine's role?

Back

The large intestine absorbs water and forms waste.

Front

What is the process of digestion?

Back

The process of breaking down food into smaller components that can be absorbed.