Apologia A&P Mod. 13 Word Scramble
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Term | Definition |
Mastication | The process of chewing |
Digestion | The breakdown of food molecules into their individual components |
Deglutition | The act of swallowing |
Peristalsis | The process of contraction and relaxation of circular smooth muscles which pushes food through the alimentary canal |
Gastric juice | The acidic secretion of the stomach |
Adventitia | A thin layer of loose connective tissue that binds an organ to surrounding tissues or organs |
Lumen | The hole in the center of a tube |
Macronutrients | The nutrients the body needs in large amounts: carbohydrates, fats, and proteins |
Micronutrients | The nutrients the body needs in small amounts, such as vitamins and minerals |
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