Digestive & Excretory Systems

Where does digestion begin?

• Mouth

• Stomach

• Kidneys

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What organ makes bile?

• Gallbladder

• Pancreas

• Liver

Which of the following is NOT used during digestion?

• Liver

• Mouth

• Stomach

• Lungs

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What parts of the digestive system help with MECHANICAL digestion?

• Small & Large Intestine

• Mouth & Stomach

• Liver & Gallbladder

• Rectum & Anus

What happens to the material that is not absorbed by the small intestine?

• It passes into the large intestine

• It is broken down into proteins in the stomach

• It moves to the liver

What is the main function of the digestive system?

• to filter blood

• to break down food and absorb nutrients

• to send chemicals messages

What is the main function of the small intestine?

• to absorb nutrients

• to mechanically break down food

• to absorb water

What structure carries liquid waste from the kidney to the bladder?

• nephron

• urethra

• ureter

______________ are filters in the kidneys that separate waste from blood.

• Nephrons

• Enzymes

• Pancreas

________________ are special proteins that break down food.

• Bile

• Enzymes

• Nutrients

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