digestive system Flashcards
1
Q
Organs of the Alimentary Canal
A
Mouth
Pharynx
Esophagus
Stomach
Small intestine
Large intestine
Anus
2
Q
what is the Uvula
A
fleshy
projection of the
soft palate
3
Q
the two types of Tonsils
A
Palatine tonsils
Lingual tonsil
4
Q
Processes of the Mouth
A
Mastication (chewing) of food
Mixing masticated food with saliva
Initiation of swallowing by the tongue
Allowing for the sense of taste
5
Q
where does the food enter?
A
cardioesophageal sphincter (lower esophageal sphincter or LES)
