Biology - Animals Flashcards
Unit 4 - Animals
1
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Where is bile produced?
A
Bile is produced in the liver
2
Q
Should we always remove the appendix? Why or why not?
A
No, because the appendix may house good bacteria that we don’t want to get rid of
3
Q
What is part of the large intestine? Explain the purpose of each part.
A
Cecum (entrance, houses good bacteria), ascending colon (), transverse colon (), descending colon ()
4
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What is part of the small intestine? Explain the purpose of each part.
A
Duodenum (), ileum (), jejunum ()
5
Q
What is mechanical digestion?
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6
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What is chemical digestion?
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7
Q
Explain all the parts of the mouth and throat: Teeth, tongue, salivary glands (every part), pharynx, epiglottis, and the esophagus.
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8
Q
What is peristalsis? Where does it occur?
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