The Digestive System Flashcards
1
Q
Provides nutrients for the body and excretes solid wastes?
A
Digestive System
2
Q
Wave like contractions?
A
Peristalsis
3
Q
Digestive pathway?
A
mouth > pharynx > esophagus > stomach > small intestine > large intestine
4
Q
Includes chewing, churning, and peristalsis?
A
Physical Digestion
5
Q
Occurs as a result of enzymes and acids breaking down foods?
A
Chemical Digestion
6
Q
The area where the majority of absorption of nutrients takes place?
A
Small Intestine
