Digestive System 3

Front

What is the uvula?

Back

The uvula is a small, fleshy tissue that hangs from the roof of the mouth and rises to block the nasal passages during swallowing.

Front

What is NOT a function of the digestive system?

Back

Taking oxygen to body cells is NOT a function of the digestive system.

Front

What are the two phases involved in swallowing?

Back

The two phases involved in swallowing are the buccal phase and the pharyngeal-esophageal phase.

Front

What is the function of the epiglottis?

Back

The epiglottis is a flap of tissue that closes over the trachea when we eat, preventing food from entering the airway.

Front

What organ produces enzymes that break down food?

Back

The pancreas produces enzymes that break down food.

Front

What is the role of the stomach in digestion?

Back

The stomach stores food and mixes it with digestive juices to break it down into a semi-liquid form.

Front

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

Back

The liver produces bile, which helps in the digestion and absorption of fats.

Front

What is the role of the small intestine?

Back

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

Front

What is the function of the large intestine?

Back

The large intestine absorbs water and electrolytes from indigestible food matter and compacts waste for elimination.

Front

What is peristalsis?

Back

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