Human Digestive System

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What is the main function of the Circulatory System?

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The Circulatory System distributes digested food and oxygen gas all over the body cells.

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What enzyme in the stomach helps break down proteins?

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Pepsin is the enzyme that helps break down proteins in the stomach.

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What is the role of the tongue in the digestive system?

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The tongue helps push food particles down the throat.

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Where do food particles go after the small intestine?

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Food particles go to the Large Intestine after the small intestine.

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What is the function of bile in the digestive system?

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Bile helps break down fats in the digestive system.

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What is the first part of the digestive system where food enters?

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The mouth is the first part of the digestive system where food enters.

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What is the role of saliva in digestion?

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Saliva helps moisten food and contains enzymes that begin the digestion of carbohydrates.

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What organ produces bile?

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The liver produces bile.

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What is the function of the stomach in the digestive system?

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The stomach breaks down food using acids and enzymes.

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What is the small intestine responsible for?

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The small intestine is responsible for absorbing nutrients from digested food.