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Cambridge IGCSE Biology practice

What is the main purpose of chemical digestion?

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Chemical digestion

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What is the main purpose of chemical digestion?.

  1. A.To break down large insoluble molecules into smaller soluble ones
  2. B.To physically break food into smaller pieces
  3. C.To absorb nutrients into the bloodstream
  4. D.To produce energy directly from food

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Chemical Digestion

Chemical digestion breaks down large insoluble molecules into smaller soluble molecules that can be absorbed by the body.

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    Describe what happens during chemical digestion.

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