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GLOSARRY
Abdomen : The part of the body that contains the digestive organs. in humans
between the diaphragm and the pelvis

Anus : The opening at the end of the digestive system through which
feces (feces) exit the body.

Chyme : Food in the stomach that is partially digested and mixed with
stomach acid, chyme continues its journey to the small intestine for
further digestion
Esophagus : The long tube between the mouth and the stomach. Using
rhythmic muscle movements (called peristalsis) to force food from
the throat into the stomach

Gallbladder : A small, sac-like organ located near the duodenum. Which stores
and releases bile (a digestive chemical produced in the liver) into
the small intestine.

Gastritis : Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the stomach and
intestines.
Ileum : The last part of the small intestine before the large intestine
begins.

Jejunum : Part of the small intestine that is long, coiled in the middle;
jejunum between the duodenum and ileum.

Liver : Large organ located above and in front of the stomach. The liver
filters toxins from the blood, and makes bile (which breaks down
fats) and some blood proteins.
Mouth : The first part of the digestive system, where food enters the body

Peristalsis : Rhythmic muscle movement that forces food in the esophagus
from the throat into the stomach

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