ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the main function(s) of the digestive system?
A
Break down food
B
Absorb nutrients
C
Get rid of solid wastes
D
All of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients such as carbohydrates, fats and proteins. They can then be absorbed into the bloodstream so the body can use them for energy, growth and repair. Unused materials are discarded as faeces (poo).

Detailed explanation-2: -The organs that take in food and liquids and break them down into substances that the body can use for energy, growth, and tissue repair. Waste products the body cannot use leave the body through bowel movements.

Detailed explanation-3: -Digestion and absorption are the two main functions of the digestive system. Digestion is necessary for breaking down food particles into nutrients that are used by the body as an energy source, cell repair and growth. The digested food needs to be absorbed by the body to get the energy.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Digestive System is responsible for the breakdown of food in smaller components until they absorbed in body and generates energy.

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