Digestive System
- Ingestion
- Words to Know
- Digestion in the stomach
- Digestion and absorption in the small intestine
- Absorption and elimination in the large intestine
- Disorders of the digestive system
The digestive system is a group of organs responsible for the conversion of food into nutrients and energy needed by the body. In humans, the digestive system consists of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, and small and large intestines. The digestive tube made up by these organs is known as the alimentary canal.
Several glands—salivary glands, liver, gall bladder, and pancreas—also play a part in digestion. These glands secrete digestive juices containing enzymes that...
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