The function of Liver is?
clean the blood and make bile to help in the digestion process
Which organs help the stomach with the digestion and absorption of nutrients?
Pancreas and liver
Esophagus moves the food down with…
Peristaltic waves
In which organ is located the RECTUM?
Large Intestine
What tube moves food from the end of the mouth (pharynx) to STOMACH?
Esophagus
Which liquids use the stomach to dissolve food in small particles?
acids and enzimes or gastric juices
Name the 5 phases of DIGESTION?
MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN, PROPULSION, DIGESTION, ABSORPTION, DEFECATION
MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN IS…
CUT, CHEEW, SWALLOW AND PROPULSION
What is absorbed in the LARGE INTESTINE?
WATER
How long is an adult’s small intestine?
6-7 meters long