Which of the following is an accessory digestive organ?
A) tongue
B) mouth
C) esophagus
D) small intestine
E) large intestine

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The tongue is considered an accessory digestive organ because it plays a crucial role in the process of digestion by manipulating food for mastication (chewing) and is involved in swallowing, but it is not part of the main alimentary canal where the food actually passes through.

Which of the Following Is an Accessory Digestive Organ