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SCORPION-xisa [38]
2 years ago
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Which statement best describes the breakdown of food in the digestive system?

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1 answer:
Vladimir [108]2 years ago
6 0

Answer:

Carbohydrate digestion starts in the mouth and protein digestion starts in the stomach.

Explanation:

The salivary glands in the mouth produce saliva which contains enzymes that breaks down carbohydrates into sugars.

The digestive glands in the stomach lining also produce enzymes that break down proteins into amino acids that your body needs to make proteins.

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