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Digestive System Worksheet
🍎 Part 1: Food Groups and Multiple Choice
1. Which of the following are part of the seven food groups? (Select all that apply)
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Lipids (fats)
Vitamins
Minerals
Fibre
Water
2. Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down starch?
Pepsin
Amylase
Lipase
Protease
3. Where does protein digestion begin?
Mouth
Stomach
Small intestine
Large intestine
4. Complete the following sentences about enzymes:
a) _____________ breaks down proteins into amino acids.
b) _____________ breaks down lipids into fatty acids and glycerol.
c) _____________ breaks down carbohydrates into simple sugars.
🔬 Part 2: Definitions and Short Answers
5. Define the following terms:
Enzyme:
Peristalsis:
6. Explain why we need fibre in our diet, even though our bodies cannot digest it.
7. Name three organs that produce digestive enzymes and state which enzyme each produces.
8. Describe what happens to a piece of bread from the moment it enters your mouth until nutrients are absorbed. Include the role of at least two enzymes.
📊 Part 3: Application and Analysis
9. A person has a condition where their pancreas doesn't produce enough lipase. Explain what problems this might cause and suggest a solution.
10. Draw and label a simple diagram showing the journey of food through the digestive system. Include at least 5 organs.
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