Question

The body breaks down food into nutrient molecules during _____. digestion absorption salivation peristalsis

Answer 1

The answer is Digestion.

Step-by-step explanation:

During digestion, enzymes in our body are used to break down large food molecules into smaller molecules for a better absorption. For example, amylase break down carbohydrate, protease break down protein and lipase break down fat.

Answer 2

The answer is Digestion