Lesson 1: GIT PHYSIOLOGY

Question 1

What are the main components of the digestive system?

Answer 1

The digestive tract and its associated accessory organs

Accessory organs primarily include glands that secrete fluids into the digestive tract.

Question 2

What is another name for the digestive tract?

Answer 2

Alimentary tract or alimentary canal

The term ‘alimentary tract’ emphasizes its role in the process of digestion.

Question 3

What does the term gastrointestinal (GI) tract refer to?

Answer 3

Technically refers to the stomach and intestines

It is often used synonymously with the digestive tract.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The digestive tract extends from the _______ to the anus.

Answer 4

mouth

Question 5

True or False: The gastrointestinal tract includes all parts of the digestive system.

Answer 5

False

The GI tract specifically refers only to the stomach and intestines.