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StudyStack Set 2
Human Anatomy
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Enzyme | A protein that accelerates chemical reactions in the body, such as those involved in digestion. |
| Peristalsis | The wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract. |
| Gastric Juice | A mixture of hydrochloric acid, enzymes, and mucus produced by the stomach to aid digestion. |
| Chyme | The partially digested food mixture that exits the stomach and enters the small intestine. |
| Villi | Tiny hair-like structures in the small intestine that increase surface area for nutrient absorption. |
| Liver | An organ that processes nutrients, produces bile, and detoxifies harmful substances in the body. |
| Bile | A digestive fluid produced by the liver that aids in the digestion and absorption of fats. |
| Small Intestine | The part of the digestive system where most nutrient absorption takes place. |
| Large Intestine | The section of the digestive tract that absorbs water and forms solid waste. |
| Rectum | The final portion of the digestive system that stores and expels solid waste. |