The two organs in the digestive system that are involved only in the chemical digestion of food are:
- Pancreas - It produces digestive enzymes that are released into the small intestine to aid in chemical digestion.
- Liver - It produces bile, which helps in the emulsification and breakdown of fats, thus participating in chemical digestion.
Other organs like the stomach and small intestine also play roles in both mechanical and chemical digestion, while the esophagus primarily aids in the transport of food. The mouth initiates mechanical digestion but also involves some chemical digestion through saliva. The large intestine mainly absorbs water and does not play a significant role in chemical digestion.
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