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What are the three main groups of nutrients humans need?
What are the three main groups of nutrients humans need?
Carbohydrates, proteins, fats
What is the role of digestion?
What is the role of digestion?
To break down food into tiny pieces for absorption into body cells
What is the enzyme in saliva that helps break down carbohydrates?
What is the enzyme in saliva that helps break down carbohydrates?
Salivary amylase
What enzyme does the stomach produce to break down proteins?
What enzyme does the stomach produce to break down proteins?
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What is the main function of the gallbladder's bile in the small intestine?
What is the main function of the gallbladder's bile in the small intestine?
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What organ produces most of the digestive enzymes for the small intestine?
What organ produces most of the digestive enzymes for the small intestine?
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What are the finger-like projections on the inside lining of the small intestine called?
What are the finger-like projections on the inside lining of the small intestine called?
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What are the two adaptations of the villi that aid in absorption of nutrients?
What are the two adaptations of the villi that aid in absorption of nutrients?
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What is the main function of the small intestine?
What is the main function of the small intestine?
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What is the role of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?
What is the role of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?
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