Digestive System

Front

What does the liver produce?

Back

Bile

Front

Where does digestion begin?

Back

Mouth

Front

What organ is responsible for nutrient absorption?

Back

Small intestine

Front

What is the function of bile?

Back

To emulsify fats and aid in digestion.

Front

What is the role of the stomach in digestion?

Back

To break down food using acids and enzymes.

Front

What is the function of the esophagus?

Back

To transport food from the mouth to the stomach.

Front

What is the main purpose of the small intestine?

Back

Nutrients get absorbed into the blood/lacteal.

Front

What is ptyalin?

Back

An enzyme in saliva that begins the digestion of carbohydrates.

Front

What is hydrochloric acid's role in the stomach?

Back

To create an acidic environment for digestion and kill bacteria.

Front

What is the gallbladder's function?

Back

To store and concentrate bile.