The digestive system begins with the mouth, which breaks food into pieces through biting. The esophagus then transports food to the stomach, which processes and holds food as it is broken down by enzymes. The small intestine is responsible for absorbing nutrients from food into the bloodstream and passing waste to the large intestine, which collects and processes undigested matter into feces. The pancreas, liver, and other organs aid in digestion by producing enzymes and filtering waste products from the blood.

1. Digestive SystemYsabelleViado 8-14

2. MouthBeginning of the digestive trackBreaks food into pieces by biting

3. EsophagusLocated in the throat near the windpipeReceives food when you swallowDelivers food to the stomach

4. StomachProcesses and transports foodHolds food while it is being mixed with enzymes

5. Small IntestineResponsible for removing nutrients from foodBrings water and electrolytes to different parts of the bodyMoves food into the large intestine

6. Large IntestineCollects waste product from food or undigested food Processes undigested food into feces

7. PancreasApproximately six inches longLies toward the backCompletes the job of breaking down protein, carbohydrates, and fats

8. LiverProduce substances that break down fatsFilters harmful substances from bloodStorage of vitamins and minerals

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