Digestive System Functions and Processes

The video introduces key life science vocabulary related to digestion, including mechanical and chemical digestion, the esophagus, liver, and pancreas. It explains the processes and functions of these organs in the digestive system, providing visual aids and descriptions. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to subscribe and share.

What is the primary function of mechanical digestion?

• To transport food to the stomach

• To chemically alter food

• To physically break down food into smaller pieces

• To absorb nutrients into the bloodstream

Which process involves breaking down food into simpler nutrients?

• Absorption

• Chemical digestion

• Excretion

• Mechanical digestion

What is the role of the esophagus in digestion?

• To break down food chemically

• To absorb nutrients

• To connect the mouth to the stomach

• To produce bile

Where is the liver located in relation to the lungs?

• Above the lungs

• Below the lungs

• Next to the lungs

• Inside the lungs

What is one of the functions of the liver?

• To produce digestive enzymes

• To absorb nutrients

• To produce bile

• To transport food to the stomach

What is the primary function of the pancreas in digestion?

• To produce bile

• To store nutrients

• To produce digestive enzymes

• To transport food to the stomach