GENERAL ANATOMY
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
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Question
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To break down complex food molecules into simple soluble molecules
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To make complex food molecules from simple soluble molecules
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To make use of simple soluble food molecules
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To remove complex food molecules from the body
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Detailed explanation-1: -Digestion is the process of breakdown of complex food substances into simpler substances.
Detailed explanation-2: -Digestion is a form of catabolism or breaking down of substances that involves two separate processes: mechanical digestion and chemical digestion. Mechanical digestion involves physically breaking down food substances into smaller particles to more efficiently undergo chemical digestion.
Detailed explanation-3: -A chemical digestion process called enzymatic hydrolysis can break the bonds holding the molecular ‘building blocks’ within the food together. For example, proteins are broken down into their ‘building block’ amino acids.
Detailed explanation-4: -Why is digestion important? Digestion is important for breaking down food into nutrients, which the body uses for energy, growth, and cell repair. Food and drink must be changed into smaller molecules of nutrients before the blood absorbs them and carries them to cells throughout the body.