Chew the Fat 2025

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What is the main function of the Digestive System?

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To break down food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate waste.

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Which organ absorbs water before storing waste?

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Large intestine.

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What is mechanical digestion?

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The physical process of breaking down food into smaller pieces.

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What is chemical digestion?

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The process of breaking down food using enzymes and acids.

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Why is it important to know the serving size on a food label?

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To accurately determine the nutritional content of the food.

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What is a deficiency?

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A lack of an essential nutrient in the body.

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What role do enzymes play in digestion?

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They help break down food into smaller, absorbable components.

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What is the difference between the small intestine and the large intestine?

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The small intestine absorbs nutrients; the large intestine absorbs water and stores waste.

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What is the purpose of saliva in digestion?

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Saliva contains enzymes that begin the chemical digestion of food.

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What happens to food in the stomach?

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Food is mixed with gastric juices for further breakdown.