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Question
Read carefully the terms given below. Which of the following set is the correct combination of organs that do not carry out any digestive functions?
Options
Oesophagus, Large Intestine, Rectum
Buccal cavity, Oesophagus, Rectum
Buccal cavity, Oesophagus, Large Intestine
Small Intestine, Large Intestine, Rectum
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Solution
Oesophagus, Large Intestine, Rectum
Explanation:
Oesophagus gently pushes food down to the stomach in a wave like action called peristalsis. No digestion takes place in the oesophagus.
In large intestine, undigested food enters where water is absorbed from it. No digestion takes place in the large intestine.
In rectum, semi-solid residue is stored and is finally thrown out of the body through the anus in the form of faeces. No digestion takes place in the rectum.
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