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Science Test

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digestion   The process that breaks down complex molecules of food into smaller nutrient molecules  
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absorption   The process by which nutrient molecules pass through the wall of the digestive system into the blood  
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saliva   The fluid released from glands in the mouth that plays an important role in both mechanical and chemical digestion  
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enzyme   A type of protein that speeds up a chemical reaction in a living thing  
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epiglottis   A flap of tissue that seals off the windpipe and prevents food from entering the lungs  
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mucus   A thick, slippery substance produced by the body  
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peristalsis   Waves of smooth muscle contractions that move food through the esophagus toward the stomach  
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bile   A substance produced by the liver that breaks up fat particles  
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villi   Tiny finger-shaped structures that cover the inner surface of the small intestine and provide a large surface area through which digested food is absorbed  
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