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Human digestive system

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The parts of the human digestive system

I can describe parts of the digestive system and how they are adapted to digest food.

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Digestion and enzymes

I can describe the processes of mechanical and chemical digestion that break down food to release nutrients, including the role of enzymes.

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2 Quizzes

1 Video

Food tests: practical

I can carry out tests for nutrients and some of the substances they are broken down into.

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1 Video

Bacteria in the human digestive system

I can describe the important roles of bacteria in the human digestive system.

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1 Video

Absorption and transport of nutrients in humans

I can describe how the digestive system and circulatory system work together to absorb nutrients and transport them around the body.

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