Lecture 12

Question 1

What are the two important accessory organs in digestive system?

Answer 1

Liver and Pancreas

Question 2

What is the function of the digestive system?

Answer 2

To provide the body with a continual supply of water, nutrients and electrolytes

Question 3

What are the three main processes involved in gut physiology?

Answer 3

1. Transportation (ingestion)
2. Physical and chemical treatment (digestion/secretion)
3. Absorption (followed by excretion)