Quiz 4 - Ch. 21 Flashcards
1
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Hterotrophs
A
organism that gains nutrients from outside source
2
Q
Types of Animal Diets
A
Herbivores
Carnivores
Omnivores
3
Q
Ingestion
A
consumption of a substance
4
Q
Digestion
A
mechanical (chewing/movement)
chemical (hydrolysis)
5
Q
Absorption
A
in small intestine
ex: taking in amino acids, fats, vitamins, minerals, water, etc.
6
Q
Elimination
A
getting rid of extra stuff
recommended 1x/day
7
Q
Peristalsis
A
involuntary contractions that move food
