Digestive System Flashcard

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This organ absorbs water from digested food.

Back

Large intestine.

Front

What are these structures called that are found on the lining of the small intestine?

Back

Villi.

Front

This organ produces several enzymes that chemically break down food and regulate blood sugar; food does not pass through this organ.

Back

Pancreas.

Front

Enzymes typically end in which suffix?

Back

-ase.

Front

Enzymes in your saliva help break down food; this is an example of ...

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Chemical digestion.

Front

What is the primary function of the small intestine?

Back

To absorb nutrients from digested food.

Front

What is the role of the liver in digestion?

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To produce bile, which helps in the digestion of fats.

Front

What is mechanical digestion?

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The physical breakdown of food into smaller pieces.

Front

What is the function of the gall bladder?

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To store and concentrate bile.

Front

What is the role of saliva in digestion?

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To begin the chemical breakdown of carbohydrates.