digestive system

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What is the main function of the digestive system?

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To break down food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate waste.

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Which organ is primarily responsible for nutrient absorption?

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Small intestine.

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What enzyme in saliva helps break down starch?

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Amylase.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-7

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What are accessory organs in the digestive system?

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Organs like the pancreas, liver, and gallbladder that assist in digestion.

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What is chyme?

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A semi-liquid mixture of food and digestive juices in the stomach.

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What is the role of the stomach in digestion?

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To break down food using acids and enzymes.

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What is the function of the large intestine?

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To absorb water and eliminate waste.

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What does the liver do in the digestive process?

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Produces bile, which helps digest fats.

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What is the role of bile?

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To emulsify fats, making them easier to digest.

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What is peristalsis?

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The wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract.