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The digestive tract includes the mouth, the esophagus, the stomach, the small and large intestines, and the rectum.
The digestive tract is divided into upper and lower parts:
The upper digestive tract includes the mouth, esophagus, stomach, and first part of the small intestine.
The lower digestive tract includes the last part of the small intestine, the large intestine, and the rectum.
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March 20, 2023
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