Question

think about the differences between chemical and mechanical digestion. Which organs in the digestive system are involved only in the chemical digestion of food? Select the two correct answers.(1 point) Responses esophagus esophagus large intestine large intestine small intestine small intestine pancreas pancreas liver liver stomach stomach mouth

Answer 1

The two organs in the digestive system that are involved only in the chemical digestion of food are:

1. Pancreas - It produces digestive enzymes that help in the chemical breakdown of food in the small intestine.
2. Liver - It produces bile, which helps in the emulsification and digestion of fats, playing a crucial role in chemical digestion.

While the stomach also contributes to chemical digestion, it is not involved exclusively in chemical digestion since it also has mechanical digestion functions (e.g., churning of food). The esophagus and large intestine are primarily involved in transporting food and absorbing water, respectively, rather than chemical digestion. The small intestine and mouth also have mechanical digestion processes.