Digestive System
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What is the digestive system’s purpose?
Organ digest and absorb nutrients.
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What are the tracts in the digestive system?
Gastro-intestinal track and biliary track.
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What are the parts of the biliary tract?
Bile ducts, gall, bladder, liver, pancreas.
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Whatdoes the stomach do?
Temporarily stores food. Churns to mix and break down food. Makes enzymes, acids to digest food.
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What does the small intestine do?
More than 90% of the nutrients and water your body receives. Microvilli to increase surface area.
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What does the large intestine do?
Receives liquid food waste. Absorbs water and salts. Issues can lead to constipaiton, diarrhea, or cancer.
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