Digestive System

pharynx

the junction between the digestive track and respiratory system

esophagus

a 9-10 inch muscular tube that connects the pharynx to the stomach

stomach

muscular poach located in the abdomen

small intestine

where absorption of nutrients takes place. 16 - feet long on average

liver

used for detoxification, produces bile

gallbladder

the organ that stores bile

pancreas

secretes enzymes into the small intestine

large intestine

5 ft long and 3 inches wide. As the material moves through the large intestine, most of the remaining water is absorbed into the blood

3 ways foodborne illnesses are spread

1. when food is undercooked

2. when raw food touches cooked food

3. when people preparing food transfer the organisms onto their hands

4 precautions you should follow for proper food preparation

CSCC 1. Clean 2. Separate 3. Cook 4. Chill