The alimentary canal, also known as the digestive tract, is a long tube-like structure that runs from the mouth to the anus. It is made up of several parts, including the ileum (5 letters), OESOPHAGUS (10 letters), PHARYNX (7 letters), STOMACH (7 letters), COLON (5 letters) and rectum (6 letters). The ileum is the last part of the small intestine, which is responsible for absorbing nutrients from food. The OESOPHAGUS is a muscular tube that connects the throat to the STOMACH. The PHARYNX is the area at the back of the throat where food passes through on its way to the STOMACH. The STOMACH is a muscular organ that stores and breaks down food. The COLON is a long tube-like organ that absorbs water and nutrients from food and helps to form waste products. Finally, the rectum is the last part of the large intestine, which stores and eliminates solid waste.