Digestive System

Front

What is the name for the muscular contractions that moves food through the esophagus?

Back

Peristalsis

Front

What is eliminated at the end of the large intestines?

Back

Solid waste

Front

Where does digestion begin?

Back

Mouth

Front

What is the longest part of the large intestines?

Back

Colon

Front

What are villi?

Back

Fingerlike bulges that contain small blood vessels in the small intestines

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-7

Front

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

Back

To break down food using acids and enzymes.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-7

Front

What role does saliva play in digestion?

Back

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

Front

What is the small intestine responsible for?

Back

Most nutrient absorption occurs here.

Front

What is the function of the large intestine?

Back

To absorb water and form solid waste.

Front

What are the main organs involved in the digestive system?

Back

Mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine.