Question

name: _____________________________ core:_______ date: _______
define the following terms:

digestive system
mouth	the opening in the lower part of the face, through which food is taken in.
pharynx	the membrane - lined cavity behind the nose and mouth, connecting them to the esophagus
esophagus	the part of the alimentary canal that connects the throat to the stomach.
stomach	internal organ in which part of the digestion of food occurs
small intestine
large intestine
rectum
anus
salivary glands

Explanation:

Each term is defined based on its key function and anatomical role in the human digestive system, matching the concise style of the existing handwritten definitions.

Answer:

Term	Definition
Mouth	The opening in the lower part of the face, through which food is taken in.
Pharynx	The membrane-lined cavity behind the nose and mouth, connecting them to the esophagus.
Esophagus	The part of the alimentary canal that connects the throat to the stomach.
Stomach	Internal organ in which part of the digestion of food occurs.
Small Intestine	Long, narrow tube where most nutrient absorption and digestion happens.
Large Intestine	Wide tube that absorbs water and forms solid waste from undigested food.
Rectum	Lower end of the large intestine, stores solid waste before excretion.
Anus	The opening at the end of the digestive tract, through which waste is expelled.
Salivary Glands	Glands that produce saliva, which begins breaking down food in the mouth.