To trace a bite of food through the human digestive system, here are the responses placed in the correct order:
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The process of digestion starts with teeth chewing inside the mouth as the salivary glands release enzymes.
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The food then passes through the esophagus before reaching the stomach.
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The liver produces bile to help digest fats/lipids. The gallbladder stores bile.
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The pancreas produces enzymes, like trypsin, that help digest proteins.
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The food goes into the small intestine, which is the site of nutrient absorption into the blood.
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Next, the food goes into the large intestine, which is the site of water reabsorption.
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Finally, any food that cannot be digested further is stored in the rectum and is eventually removed from the body through the anus.