Digestive System 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Herbivores
A
Eat plants
2
Q
Omnivores
A
Eat plants and animals in
3
Q
Carnivores
A
Eat meat
4
Q
Autotrophs
A
Make their own food
5
Q
Hertrophs
A
Take in from from environment
6
Q
Epiglottis
A
Closes over the trachea to make sure food passes down the oesophagus
7
Q
Mucus in stomach prevents
A
Self ingest
8
Q
Benefits of dietary fiber
A
Stimulates peristalsis in colon
Helps prevent constipation
9
Q
Symbiotic bacteria
A
Bacteria (zosmastogepera) found in the stomach of termites, enables them to digest cellulose
10
Q
Functions of symbiotic formula
A
Break down food
Prevent Howth of disease causing bacteria and fungi
11
Q
Balanced diet
A
Ensures the body gets all the necessary energy and nutrients
12
Q
Name 5 food groups
A
Carbohydrates Protein Dairy products Fruit and veg Fats and sugars
13
Q
Food pyramid
A
A graphic used to illustrate good eating habits
