GENERAL ANATOMY
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
Question
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stomach
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large intestines
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pharynx
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salivary glands
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Detailed explanation-1: -The stomach is a J-shaped sac connecting the esophagus above and the small intestine below. The first part of the small intestine is known as the duodenum.
Detailed explanation-2: -The duodenum is the first part of the small intestine. It is located between the stomach and the middle part of the small intestine, or jejunum.
Detailed explanation-3: -Oesophagus. It is a muscular tube through which small bolus of food passes from the mouth to the stomach. The gastro-oesophageal sphincter controls the movement of food into the stomach.
Detailed explanation-4: -Muscles in the tongue and mouth work together to swallow the food and move it into the throat (pharynx). The pharynx (FAIR-inks) is a passageway for food and air.