The Digestive System Flashcards
1
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Stomach
A
The main digestive organ in animals.
2
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Saliva
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A watery fluid produced by the salivary glands that helps to soften food and break it down chemically.
3
Q
Small Intestine
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A coiled, tubular organ connected to the stomach.
4
Q
Pharynx
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A part of the throat that connects the mouth to the digestive tube.
5
Q
Large Intestine
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A thick, tubular organ that removes waste from the body.
6
Q
Esophagus
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A long muscular tube leading to the stomach.
7
Q
Colon
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The widest part of the large intestine.
8
Q
Digestion
A
The process of breaking down food into smaller and simpler substances that your body can absorb.
