Question

The digestive system's overall purpose for the body is to _____. break down food create carbohydrates, proteins, and fats transform nutrients so that they can be absorbed into the blood make protein which builds and maintains the body

Answer 1

Answer;

break down food

Explanation;

• Digestive system performs specialized function of turning food into the energy needed for survival and packaging the residue for waste disposal.

• The function of the digestive system is digestion and absorption. Digestion is the breakdown of food into small molecules, which are then absorbed into the body.
• Other functions include; Secretion of fluids and digestive enzymes and also Mixing and movement of food and wastes through the body.