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Description of the alimentary canal and associated organs involved in digestion.

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Digestive System Organs

The alimentary canal includes the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine (duodenum and ileum), large intestine (colon, rectum, anus). Associated organs include salivary glands, pancreas, liver, and gall bladder.

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    Identify the organ that connects the mouth to the stomach.

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  2. b

    State the role of the liver in digestion.

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Digestive System Diagram

A labeled diagram shows the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine (duodenum and ileum), large intestine (colon, rectum, anus), salivary glands, pancreas, liver, and gall bladder.

  1. a

    Identify the organ labeled as the site where most nutrient absorption occurs.

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    State one function of the pancreas in digestion.

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