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Science Test - chapter 3 Study Buddy questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Where is bile produced? | liver |
| Which organ prepares waste for elimination? | rectum |
| What are the 6 nutrients? | carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water |
| Which nutrient is formed by chemically linked amino acids? | protein |
| How are enzymes used by the body? | speeds up chemical reactions in the body |
| Which nutrient provides the highest amount of energy? | fat |
| What are 3 facts about glucose? | A major source of energy for your body's cells, it is a simple carbohydrate, and the body converts other types of sugars into glucose. |
| Compare & Contrast - What are the differences and similarities of mechanical digestion and chemical digestion? What and where? | Begins on the bite of food, occurs in the mouth, and mostly involves the teeth (biting and munching the food) and saliva (moisten the food). Takes a while before reaction occurs, it is also in the mouth, and enzymes |
| What is the main function of mucus? | Makes food easier to swallow and to be moved along and protects stomach from the acid. |
| What is the main function of peristalsis? | Pushes food through the digestion system. |
| What is the main function of epiglottis? | Seals the windpipe off to prevent from foods entering. |
| What is the main function of villi? | Absorbs nutrient molecules. |
| What is the main function of the gallbladder? | Stores bile. |
| What is the main function of digestion? | Breaks down food into small nutrient molecules. |