Pronunciation: di·ges·tion
Part of Speech:
noun
noun: digestion
verb: digest
Adjective: digestive
Spanish Cognate: digestión
Definition:
The chemical breakdown of ingested materials
into simple molecules that can be absorbed
by the cells of the digestive tract.
In class examples:
1. The digestion of pizza will lead to our body
absorbing carbohydrates, lipids and other
essential nutrients.
2. It is difficult to digest cellulose.
3. The digestive tract plays an integral part in
digestion.
In-Class Oral Practice
1.
It is difficult to digest __________________ (noun)
2.
Digestion is critical for the body because
__________________________________ (whole
sentence)
3.
______________ is an organ that is part of the
digestive system. (name of organ)