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77julia77 [94]
3 years ago
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What is the main function of digestion?

Biology
2 answers:
chubhunter [2.5K]3 years ago
7 0
Your "Digestive System" breaks down food into molecules that are then absorbed into your body.
mixas84 [53]3 years ago
6 0
The main function of the digestive system is to convert food to energy and eliminate waste. The human digestive system is made up of several parts like the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, pancreas, liver, gallbladder, rectum and anus.
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