T/F: The teeth are part of the digestive system.

T/F: Food passes from the mouth to the esophagus.

T/F: The esophagus is about 2 inches long.

T/F: There are no muscles in the esophagus.

T/F: Food moves automatically through our digestive system.

T/F: The stomach contains acid that helps break down food.

T/F: Food travels from the stomach to the small intestines.

T/F: Digestion occurs in the lungs.

This occurs in both the mouth and the stomach.

This occurs in the large intestine.

This occurs in the small intestine.

This occurs in the mouth, stomach, small intestines, pancreas, and liver.

The role of this organ is to produce chemicals that break down the proteins and fats found in food.

This occurs when food is physically broken into smaller pieces.

This occurs when nutrients leave your digestive system and move into your bloodstream.

This is a substance in your stomach that is very strong and helps to chemically break down your food.

The role of this organ is to break down toxins and process nutrients into forms that are easier for the rest of the body to use.

This occurs when chemicals in the digestive system break down particles of food into even smaller pieces.

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