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1
Q

what is the breakdown of food catalysed by

A

enzymes

2
Q

what produces amylase enzymes in the saliva

A

salivary glands

3
Q

where is bile produces

A

liver

4
Q

where is bile stored

A

gall bladder

5
Q

where is excess water from food absorbed

A

large intestine

6
Q

where are faeces stored

A

rectum

7
Q

what produces protease, amylase and lipase

A

small intestine

8
Q

what produces protease, amylase and lipase then releases into the small intestine

A

pancreas

9
Q

what pummels the food with muscular walls, produces the protease enzyme and pepsin and hydrochloric acid to kill bacteria

A

the stomach