Match each primary mechanism of the digestive system with its corresponding definition.
-process of taking food into the mouth,starting it on its journey through the digestive tract
A)Motility
B)Ingestion
C)Elimination
D)Secretion
E)Digestion
F)Absorption

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Ingestion is the process of taking food into the mouth and starting its journey through the digestive tract.

Answer: A
 Motility refers to the movement of food through the digestive tract, such as the contractions of the muscles in the esophagus and intestines.

Answer: E
 Digestion is the breakdown of food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed and used by the body.

Answer: D
 Secretion refers to the release of digestive juices and enzymes that aid in the breakdown of food.

Answer: F
 Absorption is the process by which nutrients and other molecules are taken into the bloodstream from the digestive tract.

Answer: C
 Elimination refers to the excretion of waste products from the digestive tract, primarily in the form of feces.

Match Each Primary Mechanism of the Digestive System with Its