Arrange the following in proper sequence as they occur first in the body.
(1) Digestion
(2) Elimination
(3) Ingestion
(4) Absorption

A) 3, 4, 2, 1
B) 1, 4, 3, 2
C) 4, 1, 2, 3
D) 3, 4, 1, 2
E) 3, 1, 4, 2

Digestion

The process by which food is broken down into smaller components, eventually to be absorbed into the bloodstream for use by the body.

Elimination

The process of removing waste products and toxins from the body, achieved through mechanisms such as excretion and defecation.

Ingestion

The act of consuming food, beverages, or any other material by ingestions or absorption into the organism.