Multiple Choice
Which of the following is not an accessory organ of the digestive system?
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23. The Digestive System
Introduction to the Digestive System
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Which of these is an organ that helps produce enzymes for the digestive process?
A
Gallbladder
B
Pancreas
C
Esophagus
D
Large intestine
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Begin by identifying the primary function of each organ listed in the options. The gallbladder stores bile, the esophagus is a conduit for food, and the large intestine absorbs water and forms feces.
Understand the role of the pancreas in the digestive system. The pancreas is an organ that produces digestive enzymes and hormones.
Digestive enzymes produced by the pancreas include amylase, lipase, and proteases, which help break down carbohydrates, fats, and proteins respectively.
Consider the location and connection of the pancreas to the digestive tract. It releases enzymes into the small intestine via the pancreatic duct.
Conclude that the pancreas is the organ responsible for producing enzymes that aid in digestion, distinguishing it from the other organs listed.
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