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The human digestive system consists of the gastrointestinal tract plus the accessory organs of digestion. What are the accessory organs of digestion?
Accessory organs of digestion include the tongue, salivary glands, pancreas, liver, and gallbladder.
What are the three stages of the process of digestion?
The three stages of the process of digestion are the cephalic phase, the gastric phase, and the intestinal phase.
What happens during the cephalic phase of digestion?
The cephalic phase of digestion begins with secretions from gastric glands in response to the sight and smell of food, and includes the mechanical and chemical breakdown of food in the mouth.
What enzymes are present in saliva and what is their function?
Saliva contains the digestive enzymes amylase and lingual lipase, which aid in the chemical breakdown of food during the process of digestion.
What is the bolus and what happens to it after it is produced?
The bolus is the mixture of chewed food and saliva, and it is swallowed down the esophagus to enter the stomach for further digestion.
Test your knowledge of the human digestive system with this quiz. Explore the stages of digestion, the organs involved, and the process of breaking down food for absorption. Perfect for biology enthusiasts and anyone curious about how our bodies process nutrients.
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