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Paper 4 structured question: Digestion

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The digestive system processes food through both physical and chemical means.

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Digestive Processes

Physical digestion involves breaking down food into smaller pieces, while chemical digestion involves enzymes breaking down food into nutrients.

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    Explain the importance of physical digestion in the digestive process.

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Paper 4 structured question: Digestion

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Role of Enzymes

Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body, including the breakdown of food.

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    Discuss the relationship between physical digestion and enzyme action.

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