Digestion

1. Label each organ by writing its name in the correct box.

2. Describe the role of the mouth in digestion.

3. Name two substances that food is mixed with when it reaches the stomach.

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4. Describe the adaptations of the small intestine.

5. Give two reasons why bacteria are important in your digestive system.

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 Digestion

6. Describe the role of enzymes in digestion.

The diagrams show the breakdown of three different nutrients.

7. Name the enzyme involved in each reaction.

enzyme: 

lipids glycerol and fatty acids

enzyme: 

carbohydrate sugars

enzyme: 

protein amino acids

8. Fibre is not digested.

Explain why it is important to eat a diet rich in fibre.

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