- Knowing the structure of the digestive system.
- Knowing the functions of the digestive system's organs.
The digestive system comprises of the mouth, the throat, the esophagus, the stomach, the small intestine, the large intestine and the rectum.- The glands of the digestive system produce enzymes and other chemical compounds that help to break down the food.
- In the small intestine, the nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream.
- Water is absorbed into the body in the large intestine.
- Key words:
- nutrients: carbohydrates, fats, proteins.
- parts of the digestive system: mouth, esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, small intestine, large intestine, rectum.
