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ICSE · Class 4 · Science

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A detailed labeled diagram of the human alimentary canal and associated glandular organs (salivary glands, liver, pancreas).
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Journey of Food Through the Digestive System

Journey of Food Through the Digestive System

The map in words

  • A
  • Teeth
  • Saliva
  • Tongue
    • B
      • C
        • D
          • E
            • F
  • Food
  • Carries
  • Enzymes
  • Churns
  • Liver
  • Pancreas
  • Nutrients
  • Water
  • Faeces
  • G
  • Makes
  • Stored
  • H

Chapter Overview: The Digestive and Excretory Systems

Chapter Overview: The Digestive and Excretory Systems

The map in words

  • Digestive and Excretory Systems
    • Digestive System
      • Mouth
        • Teeth chew food
        • Saliva softens food
        • Tongue pushes food
      • Oesophagus
        • Carries food to stomach
      • Stomach
        • Food stays 4 hours
        • Enzymes break food
      • Small Intestine
        • Liver provides bile
        • Pancreas provides enzymes
        • Nutrients absorbed
      • Large Intestine
        • Water absorbed
        • Faeces formed
      • Anus
        • Waste removed
    • Excretory System
      • Kidneys
        • Filter blood
        • Make urine
      • Ureters
        • Carry urine to bladder
      • Urinary Bladder
        • Stores 400 to 600 mL
      • Urethra
        • Releases urine
    • Need for Water
      • Body is 70 percent water
      • Prevents constipation
      • Helps both systems
    • Healthy Habits
      • Wash hands
      • Chew slowly
      • Eat fibre rich food
      • Drink water
      • Exercise daily
      • Rest after eating

Mind map showing the main functions and stages of the digestive system

Mind map showing the main functions and stages of the digestive system

The map in words

  • Digestive System
    • Breaks Down Food
      • Mouth
      • Stomach
      • Intestines
    • Absorbs Nutrients
      • Small intestine
      • Blood carries nutrients
    • Removes Waste
      • Large intestine
      • Forms faeces

Human Body Systems

Human Body Systems

The map in words

  • Human Body Systems
    • Digestive System
    • Excretory System
    • Need for Water
    • Healthy Habits
    • Key Terms

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Digestive and Excretory Systems for ICSE Class 4 Science?
Key topics in The Digestive and Excretory Systems include The Digestive System, The Excretory System, Healthy Habits for Digestion and Excretion. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 4 exams.
What do the concept maps for The Digestive and Excretory Systems show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in The Digestive and Excretory Systems connect: Journey of Food Through the Digestive System; Chapter Overview: The Digestive and Excretory Systems. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise The Digestive and Excretory Systems for Class 4 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on The Digestive and Excretory Systems. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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