1. Digestive System YsabelleViado 8-14

2. Mouth Beginning of the digestive track Breaks food into pieces by biting

3. Esophagus Located in the throat near the windpipe Receives food when you swallow Delivers food to the stomach

4. Stomach Processes and transports food Holds food while it is being mixed with enzymes

5. Small Intestine Responsible for removing nutrients from food Brings water and electrolytes to different parts of the body Moves food into the large intestine

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

7. Pancreas Approximately six inches long Lies toward the back Completes the job of breaking down protein, carbohydrates, and fats

8. Liver Produce substances that break down fats Filters harmful substances from blood Storage of vitamins and minerals

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