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This Biology Factsheet summarises the key aspects of human digestion:
• The gross anatomy of the human alimentary canal in relation to the processes of mastication, digestion and absorption.
• The generalised histology of the gut wall and the histological structure of the oesophagus, stomach, ileum and colon in relation to the specific functions of these parts.
• The sources and effects of secretions concerned with carbohydrate, protein and fat digestion.
• The hormonal and nervous control of digestive secretions including olfactory and taste chemoreceptors and salivation.
• The effects of alcohol on the gut.

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April 1998

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ISSN: 1351-5136

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024 Human Digestion

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