Title: Know the Organs of Your Digestive System and How They Work - Bodytomy
Headings: Know the Organs of Your Digestive System and How They Work
Know the Organs of Your Digestive System and How They Work
The Different Organs of the Digestive System and their Functions
Upper Gastrointestinal Tract
Mouth
Salivary glands
Tongue
Teeth
Pharynx
Esophagus
Stomach
Lower Gastrointestinal Tract
Small intestine
Large intestine
Auxiliary Digestive System Organs
Gallbladder
Liver
Pancreas
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Content: It is made up of three parts – the duodenum, jejunum and the ileum. Duodenum: The duodenum is the shortest part of the small intestine and is connected to the lower portion of the stomach. The main function of the duodenum is to break down the food using enzymes secreted by the pancreas and bile secreted by the liver. Jejunum: The jejunum is the mid-section of the small intestine. The most important function of this organ is the absorption of carbohydrates and proteins. It has a specialized lining with small, finger-like projections called villi. This villi increases the internal absorptive surface area which in turn helps in the absorption of more nutrients. The villi are also connected to the blood vessels so that the circulating blood can carry the nutrients to different parts of the body.