EBK BIOLOGY:SCIENCE F/LIFE
EBK BIOLOGY:SCIENCE F/LIFE
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ISBN: 9780134819167
Author: BELK
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 19, Problem 5LTB
Summary Introduction

Introduction:

The human digestive system is comprised of GI tract and other accessory organs for digestion. These organs are tongue, salivary glands, pancreas, liver, and gallbladder. During digestion, the food breaks down into smaller pieces and is then absorbed and assimilated.

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