by govind / 21-dec-2022

The digestive system consists of the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, pancreas, and large and small intestines.

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by govind / 21-dec-2022

The working of the digestive system begins with the ingestion of food through the mouth. Food in the mouth is mixed with saliva

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by govind / 21-dec-2022

The peristaltic waves reach the esophagus finger and then food enters the stomach

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by govind / 21-dec-2022

The unique muscular structure of the stomach breaks the food into

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by govind / 21-dec-2022

The major portion of digestion and absorption takes place in the smaller intestine

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by govind / 21-dec-2022

The undigested food reaches the ileocolonic valve and enters the large intestine or colon.

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by govind / 21-dec-2022

The colon absorbs water, manufactures vitamins, produces mucus, and forms and expels feces

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by govind / 21-dec-2022

The large interstate pushes the pieces into the rectum which stimulates the defecation reflex

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