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How long does it take for the body to break down food, turn it into energy, and eliminate waste?

A. Less than 1 hour
B. up to 3 hours
C. between 24 and 48 hours
D. between 15 and 20 minuets

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Answer:

C.

Step-by-step explanation:

The digestive tract's role is to break down food so nutrients can be transported throughout the body for energy, growth and repair of the body. The process of digestion begins in the mouth and can take from one to three days before waste from the food is eliminated

User Ron Kuper
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B. Up to 3 hours. But if eating big meals and eating lots of meat, it would take up to 4-12 hours.

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