Science Vocabulary - Body parts Flashcards
1
Q
used to chew and grind up food
A
mouth
2
Q
a pipe connecting mouth to stomach
A
esophagus
3
Q
secretes an extraordinarily strong acid
A
stomach
4
Q
produces the hormone insulin that regulates blood sugar levels
A
pancreases
5
Q
pouch-like organ that stores bile for future use
A
gall bladder
6
Q
after digestive is complete, the chyme enters the small intestine where it is absorbed into the bloodstream
A
small intestine