Question

the breakdown of dietary starch to glucose in the small intestine is considered ____________. multiple choice metabolism hormonal action digestion absorption

Explanation:

Digestion is the process of breaking down food into smaller components. Starch, a complex carbohydrate, is broken down into glucose in the small intestine as part of the digestive process. Metabolism refers to all chemical reactions in the body, hormonal action involves hormones regulating processes, and absorption is the uptake of nutrients into the bloodstream.

Answer:

C. digestion