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18. What is the chemical breakdown of food called?

A. Chemical digestion
B. Peristalsis
OC. Enzyme
OD. Physical digestion

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The answer is chemical digestion as it breaks down food through a process known as Hydrolysis. This breaks down food into smaller parts which enables your body to absorb the nutrients easier and more efficiently.
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