DNA and RNA are key to this puzzle that helps middle schoolers review basic protein synthesis terms like 'codon' and 'enzyme' with clear, simple clues.
Human Digestive System Crossword Puzzle for Middle School is a hard crossword puzzle with 13 clues covering . Play it online for free below, or create your own crossword with our free crossword maker.
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Human Digestive System Crossword Puzzle for Middle School
Challenge your understanding of the human digestive system with this hard-level crossword puzzle. Includes advanced terms on digestion processes and anatomy for grades 6-8.
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- 1. Hollow inside space of the digestive tube
- 2. Substance produced by the liver that emulsifies fats
- 3. Organ producing digestive enzymes and regulating blood sugar
- 5. Reagent used to test for proteins in digestion experiments
- 8. Even smaller projections on villi enhancing nutrient absorption
- 10. Pertaining to the stomach
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- 4. Primary stomach enzyme breaking down proteins
- 6. Tiny finger-like projections increasing intestinal absorption surface
- 7. Final section of the large intestine before the anus
- 9. Semi-fluid mixture formed after stomach digestion
- 11. Wave-like muscle contractions moving food through the digestive tract
- 12. Flap that prevents food from entering the windpipe
- 13. Enzyme that begins starch digestion in the mouth
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