Digestive System

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What is Mechanical Digestion?

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Mechanical digestion is the physical process of breaking down food into smaller pieces through actions like chewing and grinding.

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What is Chemical Digestion?

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Chemical digestion is the process by which enzymes and acids break down food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed by the body.

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What connects the mouth to the stomach?

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The esophagus connects the mouth to the stomach.

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What is the role of bile in digestion?

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Bile is produced by the liver and helps break down fats in the digestive process.

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Which organ is responsible for churning food and using acid and enzymes to break it down?

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The stomach is responsible for churning food and using acid and enzymes to break it down.

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What is the function of saliva in digestion?

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Saliva contains enzymes that begin the chemical digestion of food while chewing.

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What is the role of the epiglottis?

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The epiglottis is a flap that prevents food from entering the windpipe during swallowing.

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What are enzymes?

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Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body, including the breakdown of food.

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What is the function of the small intestine?

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The small intestine is where most chemical digestion and nutrient absorption occurs.

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What is the function of the large intestine?

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The large intestine absorbs water and forms waste products (feces) for elimination.