Digestive System

Front

What are the main parts of the digestive system?

Back

Mouth, stomach, esophagus, large intestine, and rectum.

Front

What is the esophagus?

Back

A muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach.

Front

What does the mouth do in the digestive process?

Back

Breaks down the food to make it easier to swallow.

Front

What comes first in the digestive system?

Back

Mouth.

Front

Why is the esophagus important?

Back

It is important for swallowing food.

Front

What is the function of the stomach?

Back

To break down food using acids and enzymes.

Front

What is peristalsis?

Back

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

Front

What role does the large intestine play?

Back

It absorbs water and forms waste.

Front

What is the function of saliva in digestion?

Back

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

Front

What is the role of the small intestine?

Back

It is where most digestion and nutrient absorption occurs.