Which Functions Does the Digestive System Perform

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which functions does the digestive system perform?

• A) Ingestion, absorption, secretion, and defecation
• B) Production of heat, maintenance of posture, and production of movement
• C) Gas exchange, olfaction, sound production, and homeostasis
• D) Regulation of the reproductive process and helping the body adapt during stress

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