Understanding the Digestive System

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Digestive system definition

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of organs breaking down food for nutrient absorption

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Main function of digestive system

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food into energy and nutrients

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Mouth role in digestion

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mechanical and chemical breakdown of food

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Esophagus function

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food from mouth to stomach

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Stomach function

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food with gastric juices for digestion

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Small intestine role

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site for nutrient absorption

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Large intestine function

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water, forms feces

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Liver function in digestion

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bile to help digest fats

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Pancreas role

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digestive enzymes and insulin

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Gallbladder function

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and releases bile