Digestive System

Front

What is the process of waves of muscular contractions that move food through the digestive tract?

Back

Peristalsis

Front

Which organ produces bile that helps break down food?

Back

Liver

Front

What condition occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to break down glucose?

Back

Diabetes

Front

Which organ is responsible for storing bile?

Back

Gall bladder

Front

What organ produces enzymes that break down food?

Back

Pancreas

Front

What is the main function of the stomach in the digestive system?

Back

To break down food using acids and enzymes.

Front

What are villi and what is their role in the digestive system?

Back

Villi are small finger-like projections in the small intestine that absorb nutrients from digested food.

Front

What is the role of the small intestine in digestion?

Back

The small intestine is where most digestion and absorption of nutrients occurs.

Front

What is the function of the large intestine?

Back

To absorb water and electrolytes from indigestible food matter and to store waste.

Front

What is the role of saliva in digestion?

Back

Saliva contains enzymes that begin the breakdown of carbohydrates in food.