The processes of chemical digestion take place within the:
A)oral cavity, stomach, and colon
B)stomach and small intestine
C)oral cavity, stomach, and small intestine
D)small intestine and large intestine

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Chemical digestion begins in the oral cavity with saliva breaking down carbohydrates, continues in the stomach where proteins are targeted, and is completed in the small intestine where enzymes break down fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. The colon primarily absorbs water and does not play a significant role in chemical digestion.

The Processes of Chemical Digestion Take Place Within The