DIGESTIVE SYSTEM PARTS AND FUNCTIONS

Front

What are the functions of the digestive system?

Back

Absorption, Elimination, Digestion

Front

What is the muscular tube that moves food from the pharynx to the stomach?

Back

Esophagus

Front

What is the last section of the digestive system, where water is absorbed from food and the remaining material is eliminated from the body?

Back

Large Intestine

Front

What is the enlarged and muscular sac-like organ of the alimentary canal (gastrointestinal tract)?

Back

Stomach

Front

When food is chewed, mixed, and churned, __________ digestion is taking place.

Back

Mechanical

Front

When food is broken down by enzymes or acid, __________ digestion is taking place.

Back

Chemical

Front

The process of changing complex solid foods into simpler soluble forms that can be absorbed by the cells of the body is called:

Back

Digestion

Front

The liver produces:

Back

bile

Front

The gallbladder is an accessory organ of digestion.

Back

True

Front

What are the functions of Pancreas?

Back

Helps in digestion and regulating blood sugar