The Chemical and Mechanical Processes of Food Breakdown Are Called

question 141

Multiple Choice

The chemical and mechanical processes of food breakdown are called .

• A) digestion
• B) secretion
• C) ingestion
• D) absorption

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Definitions:

Hyaline Cartilage

A type of connective tissue found in many areas in the bodies of humans and other animals, providing support with some flexibility.

Red Blood Cells

Cells in the blood which carry oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and returns carbon dioxide from the tissues back to the lungs.

Ligaments

Fibrous connective tissues that connect bones to other bones, providing stability and support to joints.

Hyaline Cartilage

A type of cartilage found at the ends of bones, in the nose, and in the trachea, characterized by its glossy, translucent appearance.