Facts
The group of organs that work together to break down foods into substances that your cells can use.
Digestive System
Digestion begins in your ___
Mouth
A long muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach.
Esophagus
The process in which the body breaks down food into smaller pieces that can be absorbed by the blood and sent to each cell in your body.
Digestion
Digestive juice produced by the salivary glands in your mouth.
Saliva
A coiled tube from 20-23 feet long, in which about 90% of the digestion takes place.
Small Intestine
The strong muscles of the ___ churn, or mix, the food.
Stomach
A substance that aids in the body's chemical reactions.
Enzyme
A gland that helps the small intestine by producing pancreatic juice, a blend of enzymes that breaks down proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.
Pancreas
The food gets mixed with ____ , which is made up of acid and other enzymes.
Gastric Juices
How long it takes to digest food.
16-24 hours.
Digestive gland that secretes a substance called bile, which helps to digest fats.
Liver
Body's solid wastes.
Feces
A tube 5-6 ft. in length that plays a part in both digestion and excretion.
Colon