After Michael eats breakfast,his GI tract begins the process of digesting and absorbing the nutrients from his meal.What is the sequence in which each of the organs of the GI tract will work to achieve this process?

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The correct sequence of organs in the GI tract for digestion and absorption is mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine. The food first enters the mouth where it is mechanically and chemically broken down by enzymes and saliva. The food then travels down the esophagus to the stomach, where it is further broken down by stomach acid and enzymes. From the stomach, the partially digested food enters the small intestine, where most of the nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream. Finally, the remaining waste products move to the large intestine for elimination.

After Michael Eats Breakfast,his GI Tract Begins the Process of Digesting