act of assimilation
When heat increases, the absorption rate increases as well.
anus
the opening at the lower end of the alimentary canal, through which the solid refuse of digestion is excreted.
We release all of our bile through the anus.
appendix
an extended pouch found within the large intestines
Many scientists are still perplexed by the appendix. It technically serves no real purpose.
cellulose
a polysaccharide that is the chief constituent of all plant tissues and fibers
When we eat cellulose, our bodies cannot digest it, so it just passes right through our digestive system.
chiefly
primarily; essentially
He was chiefly appointed to the high position.
dehydrate
to deprive of water
After sweating so much, I felt dehydrated.
enable
make able
The switch enables the light to come on.
enzymes
Any of numerous proteins or conjugated proteins produced by living organisms and functioning as biochemical catalysts.
The enzymes help break down protein and other chemical compounds.
esophagus
a muscular passage connecting the mouth or pharynx with the stomach in invertebrate and vertebrate animals; gullet.
The food, after being swallowed, travels down the esophagus into the stomach.
fecal
pertains to feces
The scientist analyzed the fecal matter to understand the diet of rabbits.
grind
subject to friction, to wear away
We must grind the blocks of salt so we can distribute them more easily.
lubricated
to make slippery or smooth
We lubricated the engine so that it would run smoother.
maintain
to keep, to carry on
He maintained his idea even though others disagreed.
mucus
the fused secreted from mucous membrane
A person who has a runny nose will produce a lot of mucus.
neutralize
render inactive
Water can neutralize the effects of some poisons.
pancreas
a gland, situated near the stomach, that secretes a digestive fluid into the intestine through one or more ducts and also secretes the hormone insulin.
People who have diabetes have a damaged pancreas.
passageway
a way for passing into, through, or out of something
I found a passageway that leads to another room behind the fireplace.
renew
make new again
A good night’s sleep helps renew our strength.
semi-
Partial; partially
He drew a semi-circle.
successive
following in order
The fencer made a series of successive thrusts at his opponent.
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