Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

23. The Digestive System

Introduction to the Digestive System

Anatomy & Physiology

23. The Digestive System

Introduction to the Digestive System

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered to be an accessory organ of the digestive system?

Small intestine

Liver

Stomach

Esophagus

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Begin by understanding the role of accessory organs in the digestive system. Accessory organs are those that aid in digestion but are not part of the main digestive tract.

Identify the main components of the digestive tract, which include the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine. These are directly involved in the passage and processing of food.

Recognize that accessory organs include the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. These organs produce and store substances that help break down food but do not directly transport food.

Examine the options given: Small intestine, Liver, Stomach, Esophagus. Determine which of these is not part of the main digestive tract.

Conclude that the liver is an accessory organ because it produces bile, which aids in digestion, but does not directly transport food through the digestive tract.