Digestive 1
What organ stores biles created by the liver?
Gallbladder
How many types of salivary glands are there?
3
What is the function of the circulatory system?
Brings oxygen and nutrients to cells and gets rid of waste
What is the function of the heart?
Pumps blood around the body and carries oxygen to every cell
What is chemical digestion?
When enzymes breaks down nutrients into molecules so they can go into the bloodstream
What is the passage in which food goes from the mouth to the stomach?
Esophagus
How much can the heart weigh?
7-15 ounces
Around how many times does the heart beat in a day?
100,000 times
What is the treatment for lactose intolerance?
There is no treatment but people can try different items to see the effect on the body. Trying different diets to control symptoms
How many pounds can the stomach hold at a time?
4lbs
What is the biggest blood vessel?
Aorta
What are arteries, capillaries, and veins categorized as?
Blood vessels
What is the name for the second part of the small intestine?
Jejunum
When the stomach takes in food it mixes the food with?
acids and enzymes
Which side of the ventricles and atriums pump oxygenated blood?
Left
Name one medical issue associated with the circulatory system?
Atherosclerosis or high blood pressure