Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements about the digestive system is false?
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23. The Digestive System
Introduction to the Digestive System
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Which of the following is not an accessory digestive organ?
A
Pancreas
B
Stomach
C
Liver
D
Gallbladder
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Understand the role of accessory digestive organs: Accessory digestive organs are those that aid in the digestive process but are not part of the digestive tract itself. They include organs that produce or store secretions that help in digestion.
Identify the accessory digestive organs listed: The pancreas, liver, and gallbladder are all considered accessory digestive organs because they produce or store substances that aid in digestion, such as enzymes and bile.
Recognize the primary digestive organs: The primary digestive organs are those that form the digestive tract, including the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.
Determine which organ is not an accessory organ: The stomach is part of the digestive tract and is responsible for the mechanical and chemical breakdown of food, making it a primary digestive organ rather than an accessory one.
Conclude that the stomach is not an accessory digestive organ, as it is directly involved in the digestion process as part of the digestive tract.
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