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In Biology / High School | 2014-05-06

What is the primary role of the stomach in the human digestive system?

A. producing specialized salts that absorb fats
B. absorbing water and minerals from undigested food
C. using muscle movements and enzymes to break down food
D. transferring nutrients from digested food to the bloodstream

Asked by Natalya837

Answer (3)

The answer is (C) using muscle movements and enzymes to break down food.

Answered by tadvisohil886 | 2024-06-10

C. using muscle movements and enzymes to break down food

Answered by ahmadmanna15 | 2024-06-10

The primary role of the stomach in digestion is using muscle movements and enzymes to break down food. It mechanically churns food and chemically digests proteins with gastric acid and enzymes like pepsin. This process transforms food into a semi-liquid mixture called chyme, preparing it for nutrient absorption in the small intestine.
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Answered by tadvisohil886 | 2024-09-04