The digestive system
A) mechanically and chemically breaks down food for nutrient absorption.
B) mechanically and chemically assembles food from absorbed nutrients.
C) circulates nutrients throughout the body.
D) sends cellular debris to lysosomes.
E) builds macromolecules for tissue repair.

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The digestive system is responsible for both mechanical and chemical breakdown of food in order to facilitate nutrient absorption by the body.

The Digestive System