Question

question 2 (1 point) breaking down food for nutrients involves many body systems. a student made a partial list of the processes that occur. salivary enzymes begin to break down starch molecules in food. gastrointestinal enzymes are released in response to a hormone signal. nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream from the small intestine. which body systems interact most directly in the three listed processes? a circulatory, digestive, and endocrine b circulatory, digestive, and immune c digestive, integumentary, and muscular d excretory, immune, and muscular

Explanation:

Salivary enzymes start digestion in the mouth. Gastrointestinal enzymes are involved in further digestion in the gut in response to hormonal signals. Nutrient absorption into the bloodstream occurs in the small intestine. The digestive system breaks down food, the endocrine system regulates enzyme - release via hormones, and the circulatory system transports nutrients.

Answer:

a. Circulatory, Digestive, and Endocrine