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 one of the following organs is continuous with the esophagus?

Small intestine

Pharynx

Stomach

Large intestine

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Step 1: Begin by identifying the anatomical location of the esophagus within the digestive system. The esophagus is a muscular tube that connects the throat (pharynx) to the stomach, facilitating the movement of food via peristalsis.

Step 2: Understand the sequence of the digestive tract. The esophagus is located between the pharynx (above) and the stomach (below). It does not directly connect to the small intestine or large intestine.

Step 3: Clarify the role of the stomach in the digestive system. The stomach is a hollow organ that receives food from the esophagus and begins the process of chemical digestion using gastric juices.

Step 4: Eliminate incorrect options. The small intestine and large intestine are further along in the digestive tract and are not directly continuous with the esophagus. The pharynx is above the esophagus, but the question asks for the organ below it.

Step 5: Conclude that the stomach is the correct answer, as it is the organ directly continuous with the esophagus in the digestive system.