Digestive Vocab Flashcard

Front

Which organ is responsible for the production of bile that aids in digestion?

Back

liver

Front

The process of digestion is completed here and products of digestion are absorbed into the bloodstream for cells to use.

Back

small intestines

Front

Which part of the digestive system is primarily involved in water absorption and the formation of feces (poop)? Options: Esophagus, Stomach, Small intestines, Large intestines

Back

Large intestines

Front

Food enters through the mouth and travels through this muscular tube to the stomach.

Back

esophagus

Front

What is the process of chewing food called?

Back

Mastication

Front

The function/s of the digestive system

Back

responsible for processing food, responsible for extracting nutrients, responsible for eliminating waste

Front

What is the role of the liver in digestion?

Back

produces and secretes bile

Front

Produces Insulin

Back

pancreas

Front

What is the main function of the large intestine?

Back

absorption of water and any remaining nutrients

Front

The rhythmic, wavelike, involuntary movement that moves food through the esophagus

Back

peristalsis