Digestive System
The tube that connects the throat to the stomach
Esophagus
These help to build and repair the body
Proteins
Includes rice bread and ceral
Grains
This organ allows nutrients to pass through to nearby blood vessels
Small intestine
The clear liquid in the mouth that begins the digestive process
Saliva
The stretchy bag of muscle that digests swallowed food
Stomach
These nutrients provide stored energy for the body
Fats
Includes milk, cheese, and yogurt
Dairy
This organ produces insulin and enzymes
Pancreas
All teeth do this to food
Break down
The flap of tissues that covers the opening to the trachea
Epiglottis
The main source of energy for the body is this
Carbohydrates
Includes pears. Grapes, and watermelon
Fruits
This organ stores extra bile
Gallbladder
The hard covering that protects teeth
Enamel
The process of breaking down food by using digestive enzymes
Chemical digestion
Nutrients necessary for the body to grow and function
Vitamins
Includes fish, meat, and eggs
Proteins
Takes in water and salts
Large intestine
Lemons and dill taste this way
Sour
The process of breaking down food into smaller pieces by grinding it
Mechanical digestion
Nonliving materials found naturally in the earth
Minerals
Includes broccoli, carrots, and radishes
Vegetables
Organ that filters blood and produces bile
Liver
Cheese and tomatoes have a savory taste called this
Umami