Which of the Following Is Not a Function of the Digestive

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a function of the digestive system?

• A)to ingest food
• B)to digest food into small nutrients so that the molecules can pass through membranes
• C)to absorb nutrient molecules
• D)to eliminate indigestible remains
• E)to protect against pathogens

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