Question

In the human alimentary canal, name the site of complete digestion of various components of food.

Answer 1

Alimentary Canal:

• The alimentary canal or gastrointestinal tract is a passage or channel that starts from the mouth and ends into the anus. It is concerned with the digestion of food.

Complete Digestion of Food:

• The part of the gastrointestinal tract that is the site for digestion of all food components is the small intestine.
• The enzymes in the small intestine break down the proteins, fats, and carbohydrates present in the food.
• The resulting products are absorbed by the small intestine and then transferred into the bloodstream.