Ch 2: Digestion Flashcards

1
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What is digestion?

A

Breaking down of food

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2
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Example of physical digestion

A

Teeth breaking down food

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3
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Example of chemical digestion

A

Enzymes breaking down food

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4
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Digestive System Organs

A

Mouth, Oesophagus, Liver, Stomach, Pancreas, Small/Large Intestine, Rectum, Anus

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5
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Function of liver

A

Makes Nile which helps digest fats

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6
Q

What is an enzyme?

A

Protein that speeds up reactions without being used up in the reaction

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