Name: Anatomy and Physiology of the Colon
Uploaded: 2019-07-19
Duration: 2 min 3 s
Description: The colon is the longest part of the large intestine. It removes water and some nutrients and electrolytes from partially digested food. Learn more.

Question

The following diagram shows the human digestive system. Label the parts.

Accepted Answer

The digestive system is responsible for the processing and absorption of food, needed for energy and maintenance of the body.

The buccal cavity is the opening through which food enters the body through the mouth.

Salivary glands secrete saliva, which wets and breaks down food.

The oesophagus is the food pipe through which food passes down.

The stomach is the bag-like organ where food is mixed with various enzymes to be broken down.

The liver is the largest internal organ that secretes enzymes needed for breaking down the components of food.

The pancreas is a small organ that secretes enzymes necessary for fat processing and storage.

The small intestine is where the absorption of food happens.

The large intestine absorbs salts and water. It converts undigested food into stool.

The stool is ejected out of the body through the rectum and anus.

The following diagram shows the human digestive system. Label the parts.

Important Questions on Human Digestive System

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