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JAMB Biology 1987 Question 19

Question 19

Animal Nutrition

Which of the following lists of organs is directly involved in nutrition?

  1. A.Oesophagus, bronchus, stomach, pancreas and anus
  2. B.Spleen, pharynx, duodenum, jejunum and rectum
  3. C.Teeth, oesophagus, ileum lungs and large intestine
  4. D.Salivary gland, liver, stomach, villi and colon.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Salivary gland, liver, stomach, villi and colon.)

Explanation

All the organs in D digest, absorb or help with food. The other lists include organs such as the bronchus, spleen or lungs, which do not.