| A | B |
|---|
| small intestine | long tube of muscle and tissue (about 20 ft!) that breaks down and absorbs food |
| large intestine | a wide tube of tissue and muscle that removes water from undigested food and water |
| villi | finger-like tissues that absorb tiny food particles into your blood |
| anus | where waste exits the body |
| esophagus | tube connecting your throat to your stomach |
| stomach | where food is broken down and mixed with digestive juices |
| tongue | muscle that helps with chewing and swallowing |
| salivary glands | where saliva is made |
| saliva | helps moisten food for digestion |
| teeth | they help chew and break down food |
| mouth | where food enters your body |
