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When chyme enters the small intestine, what happens?

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enzymes are secreted, a basic solution neutralizes the acidity of the chyme, just a small amount of chyme is present.

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Where does most chemical digestion take place?

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Small intestine

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The process by which nutrient molecules pass through the wall of the digestive system and into the blood is called

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Absorption

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Which process takes place in the large intestine?

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Water is absorbed from undigested food

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What carbohydrate helps your digestive system function even though your body cannot digest it?

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Fiber

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What organ produces bile?

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Liver

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Lipase is

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An enzyme that works on lipids

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One of the roles of the _______ is to prepare waste material for elimination.

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Large intestine

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Which of the following puts the organs of the digestive process in order from beginning to end?

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mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, anus

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