What type of reaction is the digestion of food in the body?

(a) Reduction

(b) oxidation

(c) Neutralisation

(d) electrolysis

Explanation:  During digestion, complex food molecules like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are broken down into simpler substances.

These molecules undergo oxidation in which they react with oxygen and lose electrons.

For example, glucose is oxidized with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide, water, and energy.

So, the 'digestion of food' is an oxidation reaction.

Correct answer :-(b)