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JoannaDigestiveSystem
Small Intestine
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Duodenal Glands Secret alkalin mucus which neutralizes acid in the chyme and protects in the small intestine by coating its walls
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Stomach
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Pyloric Sphincter Controls the flow of digested food towards the small intestine. It also prevents acidic contents from entering the small intestine
Chief Cells releases pepsinogen. Pepsinogen becomes activated (pepsin). MIxes with the acid to create chyme
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Oral Cavity
Teeth Mechanical Digestion. Chew, Crunch and Grind food
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Saliva Creates food bolus, Lubricates food for easy swallowing. Contains enzymes to breakdown starches
Epiglottis Flap of cartilage located behind the tongue that seals off the trachea when the swallowing reflex is occuring
Mesenteries
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Lesser Omentum lies between stomach, liver, and duodenum. Covers transverse colon, ileum, jejunum.
Greater Omentum a layer of fatty tissue that stretches over the abdomen. Helps the body with immune responses
Liver Filters toxins, makes bile, stores glycogen, stores vitamins and makes blood proteins
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