Digestion

Why do we need food?

• To make cells for growing and repairing tissues

• To watch TV

• To play video games

• To paint pictures

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What is one function of the digestive system?

• Teaches mathematics

• Helps fly a kite

• Breaks down food into molecules the body can use

• Plays music

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What does food provide energy for?

• Everything you do

• Charging your phone

• Powering a car

• Lighting up the sun

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What is mechanical digestion?

• Food is physically broken down into smaller pieces

• Food is cooked at high temperatures

• Listening to music

• Using chemicals to break down food

What is chemical digestion?

• Breaking food into smaller pieces using tools

• Chemicals produced by the body break foods into their smaller components

• Mixing food with water

• Freezing food