You eat a cheeseburger. Describe the process by which the protein, carbohydrates and fats are broken down. Include the locations of each step. Explain how the final products of digestion are absorbed (separately for fat, protein and carbohydrates. Include where this happens, and where they go after.

You eat a cheeseburger. Describe the process by which the protein, carbohydrates and fats are broken down. Include the locations of each step. Explain how the final products of digestion are absorbed (separately for fat, protein and carbohydrates. Include where this happens, and where they go after.

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)

9th Edition

ISBN:9781285866932

Author:Lauralee Sherwood

Publisher:Lauralee Sherwood

Chapter16: The Digestive System

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 15RE

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