DIGESTION Flashcards
what is the function of stomach acid?
kills bacteria and creates the optimum Ph
where is bile made?
liver
where is bile stored?
gall bladder
is digestion affected by gravity?
no
what is the function of bile?
neutralises stomach acid and helps break down lipids
function of the mouth
mechanical digestion
function of the oesophagus
peristalsis by muscular tube
function of the salivary gland
produce saliva containing amylase
function of stomach
muscular organ where chemical digestion occurs
function of pancreas
produces digestive enzymes
function of liver
produces bile
function of gall bladder
stores bile
function of duodenum
where food is mixed with enzymes and bile
ileum
where digested food is absorbed into the blood
colon
where water is reabsorbed