Digestive System

 Learning objectives

By the end of this section, you will be able to do the following:

• List in sequence the sections of the digestive tract
• Describe the microanatomy of the small intestine
• Compare the anatomy of a ruminant and non-ruminant digestive system
• Compare the physiology of a ruminant and non-ruminant digestive system
• Explain the functions of the accessory digestive organs
• Describe the functions of saliva, pancreatic enzymes and bile in digestion
• Identify the components of the avian digestive tract
• Explain the processes of motility, secretion, digestion and absorption
• Explain the process of digestion of carbohydrates, fats and proteins