1. What is the small intestine primarily responsible for in the digestive tract?
2. What is the primary function of villi in the small intestine?
3. Which accessory organ involved in digestion is described as a large, vital organ that processes nutrients, detoxifies harmful substances, and produces bile?
Digestive Tract — what?
A continuous tube from mouth to anus for digestion.
Digestive Tract — definition?
Muscular tube from mouth to anus.
Accessory organs — role?
Assist digestion via enzyme and bile production.
Accessory Organs — role?
Assist digestion, produce/store digestive substances.
Peristalsis — mechanism?
Wave-like muscle contractions propel food through the tract.
Villi — function?
Increase surface area for nutrient absorption.
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