echinoderm pyloric cecum
pyloric caecum
The pyloric ceca (or digestive glands) and the cardiac stomach produce digestive enzymes in starfishes. Digested material is absorbed through the pyloric ceca for transport to the rest of the body. Each pyloric cecum extends the length of each arm.
| Type | Gland |
| Body System | Digestive |
| Parent Structure | subdivision of digestive tract |
| Latin Name | pyloric caecum |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the echinoderm pyloric cecum?
The pyloric ceca (or digestive glands) and the cardiac stomach produce digestive enzymes in starfishes. Digested material is absorbed through the pyloric ceca for transport to the rest of the body. Each pyloric cecum extends the length of each arm.
What body system is the echinoderm pyloric cecum part of?
The echinoderm pyloric cecum is part of the Digestive.
What is the Latin name for the echinoderm pyloric cecum?
The Latin name for the echinoderm pyloric cecum is pyloric caecum.
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