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What are the powerful structures that are found in the abdomen? What is their function?
Answer =
powerful structures that are found in the abdomen & their functions are as follows:
1.Stomach - is main important structure of abdomen.It holds food.in stomach food mixes & grindes.In stomach the enzymes and acid breakdown food.
2.Pancreas = Helps in digestion and it regulates blood sugar by producing hormones like as Insulin & glucagon.
3.Small intestine = In small intestine, nutrients are absorbed through the walls & into bloodstream.
4.Large intestine = Has main important function that is absorbing water and electrolytes.
Production and absorption of vitamins.
Formation and propelling feces toward the rectum for elimination.
5.Kidneys = Remove waste products and excess fluid from the body.
6.Liver = metabolism of fats, proteins and carbohydrates.
Enzyme activation.
Bile production and excretion.
7.Gallbladder = Store and concentrate bile.
8.Adrenal glands = produces hormones that help regulate metabolism, immune system, blood pressure.