The process of digesting food begins in the ________.
A)colon
B)esophagus
C)mouth
D)liver

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The process of digesting food begins in the mouth with the mechanical and chemical breakdown of food by chewing and saliva. The esophagus is a muscular tube that transports food from the mouth to the stomach. The colon is part of the large intestine where water is absorbed and feces is formed. The liver produces bile, which aids in digestion and absorption of fats in the small intestine.

The Process of Digesting Food Begins in the ________