HUMAN BIOLOGY W MASTERING BIOLOGY
HUMAN BIOLOGY W MASTERING BIOLOGY
15th Edition
ISBN: 9781323510803
Author: Johnson
Publisher: PEARSON C
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The five basic processes associated with carrying out the function of the GI (gastrointestinal tract) tract.

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The GI tract is also known as the digestive tract. It is an organ system comprising of a number of organs, which help in the digestion and absorption of nutrients and energy. It also expels the waste that is left after digestion and absorption as the fecal matter. The GI tract consists of a sequence of hollow organs, which extend from the mouth to the anus.

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