Change:  The larynx is for sound production and commonly known as our voice box or vocal cords. It is surrounded by cartilage called thyroid cartilage that forms our "adam's apple". Salivary Glands Three pairs of major salivary glands (parotid, submandibular, and sublingual   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 3395)

Change: For more on the digestive system see Digestive System 1. Notes, Pictures & Videos The salivary glands, teeth, tongue, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas are not part of the digestive tract, but they have a role in digestive activities and are considered accessory organs. Teeth and gums Teeth   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 3024)

Change: organs.organs. Notes, Pictures & Videos The salivary glands, teeth, tongue, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas are not part of the digestive tract, but they have a role in digestive activities and are considered accessory organs. Salivary Glands Three pairs of major salivary glands   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 2310)

Change: AmylaseAn enzyme that breaks down starch into sugar.Pancreas: A spongy, tube-shaped organ about 6 inches long. It is located in the back of the abdomen, behind the stomach.   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 2290)

Change:  Circulatory System #1 Review Questions1. The _________ secretes digestive enzymes and bicarbonate solution into the small intestine to aid digestion.a. pancreas b. gallbladderc. liverd. all of the above are correct2. Which of the following represents the action of insulin? a. increases blood   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 2285)

Change:  Tissue of the pancreas. Secretes the digestive enzymes to help break down carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and acids in the duodenum.Endocrine Tissue: Tissue of the pancreas. Secretes the hormones insulin, glucagon, and somatostatin into the blood stream. Connections to other body systems Review Questions1. The _________   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 2253)

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Change:  Gallstones form when liquid stored in the gallbladder hardens into pieces of stone-like material. The liquid, called bile, is used to help the body digest   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 2205)

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Change: Complete Liver Transplant!The salivary glands, teeth, tongue, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas are not part of the digestive tract, but they have a role in digestive activities and are considered accessory organs. Salivary Glands Three pairs of major salivary glands (parotid, submandibular,   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 1757)