What are some jobs in the digestive system?

Jobs of the digestive system include:

1. Digestion: Break down food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed into the bloodstream.

2. Absorption: Move digested nutrients from the digestive tract into the bloodstream.

3. Elimination: Remove waste products from the body.

4. Protection: Prevent harmful substances from entering the body.

5. Regulation: Control the chemical composition of the body.

6. Energy production: Provide the body with energy by digesting food.

7. Storage: Store nutrients for future use.

8. Transport: Move food, water, and other substances through the digestive system.

9. Communication: Send messages to other parts of the body about the state of the digestive system.

10. Immunity: Protect the body from infection.