Term |
Definition |
villi |
structures that increase the surface area of the small intestine |
small intestine |
almost all chemical digestion and absorption take place here |
The last section of the digestion system |
large intestine |
peristalsis |
wave-like muscle contractions |
liver |
produces bile |
gall bladder |
stores bile |
bile |
breaks up fat molecules |
pancreas |
produces enzymes that chemically break down food |
large intestine |
Extra water is absorbed here |
chemical digestions |
breakdown of food by enzymes |
mechanical digestion |
chewing |
small intestine |
villi lines these walls |
mouth |
digestion begins here |
epiglottis |
flap that covers your windpipe to prevent choking |