Digestive System: Anatomy and Functions
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Digestive System
Main Function
The main function of the digestive system is the digestion and absorption of nutrients.
Layers of the Digestive Tract
- Mucosa: Formed by different types of epithelium depending on the zone.
- Muscularis Mucosa: Smooth muscle tissue, predominantly circular.
- Submucosa: Formed by connective tissue, blood vessels, and nerves.
- Muscularis: Formed by 2 or 3 layers of muscle tissue.
- Adventitia/Serosa: Consists of loose connective tissue or peritoneum depending on the zone.
Parts of a Tooth
- Root: Within the alveolar bone cavity.
- Crown: External, visible part of the tooth.
- Neck: Separates the root from the crown.
- Pulp Chamber: Formed by pulp, connective tissue, blood vessels, and nerves.
- Dentin: Hard tissue surrounding the pulp, covered