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The _________ runs from the mouth to the anus.


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Alimentary canal:

  • It is also known as the food canal of the digestive tract. It is a long, membrane-lined tube of varying thickness.
  • It runs from the mouth to the anus and consists of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, and anus.
  • The mouth is where the digestive tract begins. The teeth, tongue, and saliva help in the digestion process.
  • The anus is the exit point for feces at the end of the digestive system.
  • This is the pathway by which food enters the body and solid wastes are moved out.
  • The average length of an adult's digestive tract is about 30 feet (about 9 meters).

Final answer: The alimentary canal runs from the mouth to the anus.


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