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Why does your stomach make noise?
The small and large intestines animated
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Why does your stomach make noise?
Learn why the human stomach rumbles.
Video: Contunico © ZDF Studios GmbH, Mainz
The small and large intestines animated
Most of the digestive process occurs in the small intestine, which channels water...
Video: Created and produced by QA International. © QA International, 2010. All rights reserved. www.qa-international.com
Is the mesentery a distinct organ?
Learn more about the mesentery, a continuous folded band of membranous tissue that...
Video: Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.
How are different systems of the human body connected?
A discussion of the organ systems of the human body and their influence on one another.
Video: Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.

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human digestive system
The human digestive system as seen from the front.
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abdominal organs
The abdominal organs are supported and protected by the bones of the pelvis and ribcage...
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Human mouth
Anterior view of the oral cavity.
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salivary glands
The three major pairs of salivary glands.
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human pharynx
Sagittal section of the pharynx.
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structures of the human stomach
The stomach has three layers of muscle: an outer longitudinal layer, a middle circular...
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structures of the small intestine
The inner wall of the small intestine is covered by numerous folds of mucous membrane...
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structures of the human large intestine, rectum, and anus
The mucosa of the large intestine is punctuated with numerous crypts that absorb...
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human liver
Anterior and posterior views of the liver.
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microscopic structure of the human liver
Liver cells, or hepatocytes, have direct access to the liver's blood supply through...
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gallbladder; bile ducts
The gallbladder and bile ducts in situ.
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structures of the human pancreas
Acinar cells produce digestive enzymes, which are secreted into tiny ducts that feed...
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calcium; human nutrition
Calcium is essential for healthy bones and teeth. Dairy products, such as milk, cheese,...
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Taste buds
Taste buds on the human tongue exhibit sensitivity to specific tastes.
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human body systems interactive
Interactive diagram of the major systems of the human body starting on the digestive...
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