Digestive System

Digestive System

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

6th - 8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
MS-LS1-7, HS-LS1-3

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is peristalsis?

Back

Peristalsis is the wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-7

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What connects the mouth to the stomach?

Back

The esophagus connects the mouth to the stomach.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are enzymes and acids examples of?

Back

Enzymes and acids are examples of chemical digestion.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where is acid found in the digestive system?

Back

Acid is found in the stomach.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What condition occurs when the pancreas does not make enough insulin?

Back

Diabetes occurs when the pancreas does not make enough insulin.

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main function of the stomach?

Back

The main function of the stomach is to break down food using acids and enzymes.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the small intestine in digestion?

Back

The small intestine absorbs nutrients from digested food.

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