Question

The chemical breakdown of food material in the digestive system is possible because of ________

• A. Acid and base
• B. Enzymes and acids
• C. Base and minerals
• D. Enzymes and vitamins

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Enzymes and acids

Digestion can be divided into two parts - mechanical digestion and chemical digestion. Mechanical digestion takes place in the mouth by the action of teeth. In this process, large food particles are physically broken down into smaller particles. Once, the food is broken down into smaller chunks, it is subjected to chemical digestion. In this process, food is acted upon by enzymes and acids. Only by the action of these substances, food can be digested completely.