Which of the Following is an Accessory Organ of Digestion

Question

Which of the following is an accessory organ of digestion?
A) stomach
B) pancreas
C) spleen
D) colon
E) esophagus

Accepted Answer

The pancreas is an accessory organ of digestion as it produces digestive enzymes and hormones that play a crucial role in breaking down food in the small intestine. The stomach (A) is the primary organ responsible for breaking down food, while the spleen (C) is involved in immune function and blood filtration. The colon (D) is responsible for absorbing water and electrolytes from waste products, and the esophagus (E) is responsible for transporting food from the mouth to the stomach.