Digestive System

Absorption

• The movement of molecules from the small intestine into the bloodstream.

• The process of absorbing and using nutrients in the body.

• Uses digestive juices and enzymes to break down food at the molecular level.

• The removal of waste from the body as feces.

What carries food from the pharynx to the stomach?

• larynx

• trachea

• esophagus

• bronchioles

Which structure in the digestive system is primarily involved in the reabsorption of water?

• Small intestine

• Stomach

• Large intestine

• Liver

Peristalsis

• Taking food into the mouth.

• The physical breakdown of food into smaller pieces through chewing or churning in the stomach.

• The chemicals which are found in food that the body needs for growth and repair of tissues.

• Smooth muscular movements which push the food along the digestive tract.

What is this organ?

• esophagus
• liver
• stomach
• pancreas

Which organ is the primary site for nutrient absorption?

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Large intestine

• Liver

Assimilation

• The movement of molecules from the small intestine into the bloodstream.

• The process of absorbing and using nutrients in the body.

• uses digestive juices and enzymes to break down food at the molecular level

• the removal of waste from the body as feces

Nutrient

• Taking food into the mouth.

• The physical breakdown of food into smaller pieces through chewing or churning in the stomach

• The chemicals which are found in food that the body needs for growth and repair of tissues.

• Smooth muscular movements which push the food along the digestive tract

What is this organ?

• stomach
• pancreas
• large intestine
• small intestine

What is the function of bile in the digestive system?

• It breaks down carbohydrates

• It emulsifies fats

• It activates digestive enzymes

• It absorbs vitamins