Digestive System Short Answer Questions

Why is the digestive System Important

The digestive System is important because it breaks down food and gets the nutrients from it to make energy for the body.

What are some organs that are a part of the Digestive System, but not in the direct path of food? What function do these organs serve?

Liver- produces bile and secretes it into the small intestine to aid digestion Gallbladder- stores and recycles excess bile from the small intestine so that it can be reused for digestion in later meals. Pancreas- secretes digestive enzymes into the small intestine to complete the chemical digestion of food

Why does our body need to absorb nutrients?

It needs to absorb nutrients to make energy for the body. It also gets glucose for cellular respiration.

What are some diseases that affect the Digestive System?

Acid Reflux Celiac Disease Crohn's Disease Ulcerative Colitis Diverticulitis Hemorrhoids

What are some different ways food is broken down? Physically & Chemically

Some ways food is physically broken down is by chewing and biting. Enzymes, saliva, and stomach acids break down the food chemically.