6 Questions
Which organ stores bile produced by the liver?
Gallbladder
Which organ is not part of the accessory digestive organs?
Esophagus
Where does the breakdown of food primarily occur in the GI tract?
Stomach
What does the word 'biology' mean based on its Greek origin?
The study of life and living organisms
How can biology help us according to the text?
Prevent, cure, and eliminate diseases
What aspects of the world can biology inform us about?
What the human body is made up of and how it works
Study Notes
Digestive System
- The gallbladder stores bile produced by the liver.
Accessory Digestive Organs
- The pancreas, liver, and gallbladder are part of the accessory digestive organs.
- The brain is not part of the accessory digestive organs.
Digestion
- The breakdown of food primarily occurs in the small intestine in the GI tract.
Biology
- The word 'biology' means "study of life" based on its Greek origin.
- Biology helps us understand how living organisms function, interact, and evolve.
- Biology informs us about the diversity of life, from molecules to ecosystems, and their interactions with the environment.
- It provides insights into human health, disease, and conservation of the natural world.
Test your knowledge of the components of the GI tract and the accessory digestive organs through this quiz on the alimentary canal, mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, anus, teeth, tongue, salivary glands, gallbladder, liver, and pancreas.
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