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Question 1 • 26-27 Ignite Health Science Concepts - EL3602

Which functions are associated with the digestive system? Check all boxes that apply.

Answer
A
breaking down food
B
transmitting oxygen to the blood
C
cooling down the body
D
absorbing nutrients
E
absorbing water into the body

Explanation

The digestive system breaks food into smaller parts and absorbs nutrients from it. It also absorbs water, especially in the large intestine. Transmitting oxygen to the blood is a function of the respiratory system, while cooling the body is mainly handled by the integumentary system and sweating.

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