A chipmunk's body uses multiple organs to absorb nutrients from a seed. Which statement correctly describes how two organ systems work together to absorb nutrients from the seed?
A.
The endocrine system regulates the function of the organs of the circulatory system as the blood vessels absorb nutrients from the seed.
B.
The muscular system moves the jaw and teeth to break up the seed into smaller pieces that are passed on to organs of the digestive system for nutrient absorption.
C.
The muscular system moves nutrients to cells throughout the body after the digestive system has absorbed them from the seed.
D.
The endocrine system produces enzymes that absorb nutrients from the seed, and the circulatory system transports the enzymes to the correct organs.
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B. The muscular system moves the jaw and teeth to break up the seed into smaller pieces that are passed on to organs of the digestive system for nutrient absorption.
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