Hondros BIO 117 Digestive System
Digestive System - correct answer consists of the alimentary canal and accessory glands
Function of the alimentary canal - correct answer mechanically and chemically break down food and
then absorb the nutrients into the blood and lymph
Mechanical processes - correct answer chewing (mastication), mashing, squashing of contents
Chemical processes - correct answer use of chemical substances to break down nutrients into their
respective building blocks
Structure of alimentary canal - correct answer 1. Mouth
2. Tongue
3. Oropharynx
4. Esophagus
Salivary Glands - correct answer secrete digestive juices/saliva
three pairs:
a. Parotid
b. Submandibular
c. Sublingual
Parts of Respiratory tract - correct answer Glottis and Trachea
Oropharynx - correct answer air and food cross here
Esophagus - correct answer Moves bolus towards the stomach by involuntary peristaltic movement
