An apple contains sugar and starch, which are used by the dody when they are digested. List the parts of the digestive system in the order in which the apple passes through them.
Identify one part of the digestive system where mechanical digestion takes place. Explain how the apple is mechanically digested.
Identify one part of the digestive system where chemical digestion takes place. Explain how the apple is chemically digested.
Where is the starch in the apple initially broken down?
What enzyme is released by the salivary glands?
Food moves down the esophagus by a wave like muscular motion called
What enzyme is released in the stomach and what does it break down?
The pancreas and liver release digestive juices into what organ?
What is the purpose of the alkaline fluid released by the pancreas?
Where are nutrients absorbed into the blood stream? (name the organ)
Fill in the Blank: The small intestine is covered with _______________________ which increase surface area for absorption of nutrients.
Name two enzymes produced by the small intestine and state the enzymes function.
What is the function of bile?
How would you have to modify your diet if your gallbladder was removed? Explain your reasoning- be sure to state the function of the gallbladder.
Enzyme released by salivary glands that breaks down carbohydrates
Enzymes that break down proteins in the stomach
The breakdown of food using enzymes
Helps break down lipids into fat droplets. Stored in the gallbladder
Accessory organ that releases juices into the small intestine. Releases fluid that stops the work of pepsin in the small intestine.