Digestive Organ Review

Front

What is the name of the sphincter that divides the stomach and small intestine?

Back

Pyloric sphincter

Front

What is the muscular tube that moves food from the pharynx to the stomach?

Back

Esophagus

Front

Which organ produces several enzymes that chemically break down food and regulate blood sugar, but food does not pass through it?

Back

Pancreas

Front

Where does protein digestion begin?

Back

Stomach

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NGSS.MS-LS1-7

Front

Which digestive organ removes excess glucose and stores glycogen from blood?

Back

Liver

Front

What is the primary function of the stomach in digestion?

Back

To break down food using acids and enzymes.

Front

What role does the liver play in digestion?

Back

It processes nutrients from the digestive tract and produces bile.

Front

What is the function of the gallbladder?

Back

To store and concentrate bile produced by the liver.

Front

What is the role of the small intestine in digestion?

Back

To absorb nutrients and minerals from food.

Front

What is the function of the pancreas in the digestive system?

Back

To produce digestive enzymes and hormones like insulin.