Human Nutrition (Grade 11 NSC Matric Life Sciences): Flashcards

Food mixed with saliva after chewing

Wave-like muscle movements pushing food through digestive tract

Partially digested mixture in stomach

Finger-like projections in small intestine for absorption

Ingestion→Digestion→Absorption→Assimilation→Egestion

Break down carbohydrates into simple sugars (glucose)

Break down proteins into amino acids

Break down fats into glycerol and fatty acids

Transports nutrients from small intestine to liver

Final stage where body cells use absorbed nutrients