The Structure and Function of the Digestive System - Free download as Word Doc (.doc / .docx), PDF File (.pdf), Text File (.txt) or read online for free. The digestive system breaks down food through mechanical and chemical processes to extract nutrients for absorption. It begins with ingestion in the mouth and continues through the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. The liver, gallbladder, and pancreas produce bile and enzymes to aid digestion. The small intestine absorbs nutrients…
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