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10 Cards in this Set
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Carbohydrate |
Nutrient composed of carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen that is a major source of energy. |
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Small Intestine |
The part of the digestive system in which most chemical digestion takes place. |
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Liver |
The largestorgan in the body; it plays a role in many body processes. |
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Enzyme |
A protien that speeds up chemical eactions in the body. |
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Saliva |
The fluid released when the mouth waters taht plays an important role in both mechanical and chemical digestion. |
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Peristalsis |
Involuntary waves of muscle contraction that keep food movinga long in one direction through the digestive system. |
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Stomach |
A J-shaped, muscular ouch located in the abdomen. |
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Nutrient |
Substances infood tat provide the raw materials and energy the body needs to carry out all its essential processes. |
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Enzyme |
A protien that speeds up chemical reactions in the body. |
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Esophagus |
A muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach. |
