Crucial Facts and Imformation

Question 1

Bloodstream

Answer 1

From the small intestine, nutrients are sent into the blood. The circulatory system helps distribute them around the body where they are needed.

Question 2

Enzymes

Answer 2

pH and temperature in the small intestine are extremely important. This is because the active site on an enzyme can become denatured if the pH or temperature are too high too low.

Question 3

During digestion, what organs does the food pass through?

Answer 3

Oesophagus, Stomach, Small intestine, Large intestine