BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)
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Chapter 36, Problem 15SA
Summary Introduction
a.
To determine:
The function of “gallbladder.”
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b.
To determine:
The function of “colon.”
Summary Introduction
c.
To determine:
The function of “liver.”
Summary Introduction
d.
To determine:
The function of “small intestine.”
Summary Introduction
e.
To determine:
The function of “stomach.”
Summary Introduction
f.
To determine:
The function of “pancreas.”
Summary Introduction
g.
To determine:
The function of “esophagus.”
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h.
To determine:
The function of “rectum.”
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BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)
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