digestive system Flashcards
1
Q
order of digestion
A
oral cavity, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, anus
2
Q
first step of the digestive system
A
oral cavity (mouth)
3
Q
mouth is linked with what type of tissues
A
epithelial tissues
4
Q
how does food move down the esophagus
A
peristalsis-rhythmic constrictions + relaxations of the smooth muscels
5
Q
Adipose
A
Body fat
6
Q
Tongue
A
Brings food to the back of the throat
7
Q
Pancreas do
A
Secretes pancreatic juice, which enzymes and assists with digestion
8
Q
Pharynx
A
Throat
9
Q
Liver do?
A
Secrets bile and assist in digestion
