BiologyBiology Mr. Dziob

DigestionVocabulary

Salivary Gland

Secrete saliva and enzymes that begin

digestion.

Epiglottis

Flap covering windpipe when swallowing.

Villi

Finger-like extensions lining small intestine

Tongue

Muscle that moves food and contains taste buds.

Stomach

Muscular bag where protein digestion begins.

Mouth

Mechanical digestion begins here

Liver

Detoxifies harmful substances and produces bile.

Appendix

Vestigial portion of large intestine.

Small Intestine

Most nutrients are absorbed here.

Pancreas

Secretes enzymes including insulin into

small intestine.

Gall Bladder

Stores bile.

Large Intestine

Absorbs water from food and stores feces.

Ulcer

A hole in the lining of an organ or tissue.

Bile

Chemical that emulsifies (breaks down) fats.

Insulin

Enzyme that breaks down sugar.

Emulsify

To break down fats.

Peristalsis

Rhythmic contraction that moves food.

Esophagus

Food tube.