Digestive System Flashcards
What is the main function of the digestive system?
To break down food into nutrients that the body can absorb.
True or False: The stomach produces hydrochloric acid.
True
Fill in the blank: The process of breaking down food mechanically and chemically is called __________.
digestion
What is the role of the small intestine in digestion?
To absorb nutrients and minerals from food.
Which organ is primarily responsible for producing bile?
Liver
Multiple Choice: Which part of the digestive system is responsible for water absorption?
Colon
What enzyme is responsible for breaking down carbohydrates?
Amylase
True or False: The pancreas produces insulin and digestive enzymes.
True
What is peristalsis?
The wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract.
What is the function of saliva in digestion?
To begin the process of breaking down food and lubricating it for easier swallowing.
What is the digestive system made up of
Organs
How does digestion work?
Large food molecules are digested into smaller molecules , and then the products are digested into the bloodstream
What are new products used to make?
They are used to build new carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins
