Asked by
Emily Loftus
on Oct 09, 2024
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The greatest amount of nutrient absorption takes place in the ____.
A) stomach
B) small intestine
C) colon
D) pancreas
E) esophagus
Nutrient Absorption
The process by which nutrients from digested food are taken up from the intestinal tract into the bloodstream.
Small Intestine
A long, coiled part of the digestive system where most of the digestion and absorption of nutrients takes place.
- Pinpoint the organs that play a role in the digestion and assimilation of food substances.
Verified Answer
MR
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint the organs that play a role in the digestion and assimilation of food substances.