The breaking down of food into simpler substances is called _________ .

Ingestion

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Digestion

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Absorption

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Assimilation

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Solution

The correct option is B
Digestion

Digestion is the breaking down of food into simpler substances.

Ingestion is the process of taking the food in.

Absorption is the process of absorbing the nutrients and water into the bloodstream.

Assimilation is the process of utilization of absorbed nutrients by the cells.

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