Exploring the Digestive System

Front

What are the main parts of the digestive system?

Back

Mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, anus

Front

What is the function of the teeth in digestion?

Back

The function of teeth in digestion is to mechanically break down food into smaller pieces.

Front

Name the four types of teeth found in humans.

Back

Incisors, Canines, Premolars, Molars

Front

What is the first stage of the digestion process?

Back

Ingestion

Front

How does saliva aid in digestion?

Back

Saliva aids in digestion by breaking down carbohydrates and moistening food for easier swallowing.

Front

Label the stomach on a diagram of the digestive system.

Back

Stomach

Front

What role do molars play in chewing food?

Back

Molars play a crucial role in grinding and crushing food during chewing.

Front

Which part of the digestive system absorbs nutrients?

Back

Small intestine

Front

What is the function of incisors?

Back

The function of incisors is to cut and slice food.

Front

Describe the process of swallowing food.

Back

The process of swallowing food involves chewing, forming a bolus, triggering the swallowing reflex, and moving the bolus through the pharynx and esophagus to the stomach.