Digestive System Flashcard

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

Back

Mouth

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What is the primary function of the digestive system?

Back

To break down food and provide the body with nutrients.

Front

What is mechanical digestion?

Back

Food is physically broken down into smaller pieces.

Front

When does digestion begin?

Back

When you begin chewing the food in your mouth.

Front

What is food that has been chewed and mixed in the mouth with saliva called?

Back

Bolus.

Front

What is the role of saliva in digestion?

Back

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

Front

What is the function of the esophagus?

Back

The esophagus transports food from the mouth to the stomach.

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What is the stomach's role in digestion?

Back

The stomach mixes food with gastric juices to further break it down.

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What is chyme?

Back

Chyme is the semi-liquid mixture of food and digestive juices in the stomach.

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What is the small intestine's primary function?

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The small intestine is where most nutrient absorption occurs.