bio 112L digestive
pharynx
muscular propulsion of materials into the esaphagus
esophagus
transport of materials to the stomach
stomach
chemical breakdown of materials by acid and enzymes mechanic processing through muscular contractions
small intestine
enzymatic, digestion and absorption of water, organic substrates, vitamins, and ions
Large intestine
enzymatic digestion and absorption of water, organic substrates, vitamins, a
Salivary glands
secretion of lubricating fluid containing enzymes that break down carbohydrates
Liver
secretion of bile (important for lipid digestion),storage of nutrients many other vital functions
Gallbladder
Storage and concentration of bile
Pancreas
exocrine cells, secrete, buffers, and digestive enzymes, endocrine cells, secrete, hormones