Digestive System Flashcard

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

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The stomach's main function is to break down food using enzymes.

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Which part of the digestive system does food spend the most time in?

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Food spends the most time in the Large Intestine.

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What role does the epiglottis play in digestion?

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The epiglottis prevents food from entering the trachea (wrong pipe) during swallowing.

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What is the primary purpose of the large intestine?

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The primary purpose of the large intestine is to absorb water.

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Complete the analogy: Bile : Gallbladder :: Gastric Juices : ?

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Gastric Juices are produced in the Stomach.

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What are enzymes and their role in digestion?

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Enzymes are proteins that speed up the breakdown of food into nutrients.

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What is the function of bile in the digestive system?

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Bile helps to break down fats in the small intestine.

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What is the role of the small intestine in digestion?

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The small intestine is where most nutrient absorption occurs.

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How does the esophagus function in the digestive process?

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The esophagus transports food from the mouth to the stomach.

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What is the significance of villi in the small intestine?

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Villi increase the surface area for absorption of nutrients.