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9 Cards in this Set
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Mastication
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The process of chewing
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Digestion
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The breakdown of food molecules into their individual components
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Deglutition
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The act of swallowing
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Peristalsis
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The process of contraction and relaxation of circular smooth muscles which pushes food through the alimentary canal
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Gastric juice
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The acidic secretion of the stomach
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Adventitia
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A thin layer of loose connective tissue that binds an organ to surrounding tissues or organs
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Lumen
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The hole in the center of a tube
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Macronutrients
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The nutrients the body needs in large amounts:carbohydrates, fats, and proteins
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Micronutrients
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The nutrients the body needs in small amounts, such as vitamins and minerals
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