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Name the three main parts of the human digestive system that are involved in breaking down food and absorbing nutrients.

medium 2 marks Class 5 · EVS · From Tasting to Digesting
Answer
Stomach, small intestine, large intestine

The correct answer is Stomach, small intestine, large intestine — Hence the three main parts are stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify the organs that perform digestion and absorption.
  2. The stomach churns food and mixes it with gastric juices.
  3. The small intestine is the main site where enzymes and bile break down food and nutrients are absorbed.
  4. The large intestine absorbs water and forms feces.
  5. Hence the three main parts are stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.
Common mistake: Omitting large intestine or confusing it with the stomach.

Concept tested: Parts of digestive system

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