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What is the function of emulsification in the digestive process?
What is the function of emulsification in the digestive process?
Emulsification helps the fat-digesting enzyme (lipase) work faster and easier on fat globules by breaking them down into smaller globules.
Where is bile juice stored in the digestive system?
Where is bile juice stored in the digestive system?
Bile juice is stored in the gall bladder.
What are the three main enzymes secreted by the pancreas for digestion?
What are the three main enzymes secreted by the pancreas for digestion?
The three main enzymes secreted by the pancreas are amylase, trypsin, and lipase.
What is the role of villi in the small intestine?
What is the role of villi in the small intestine?
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How do microvilli contribute to the absorption of nutrients in the small intestine?
How do microvilli contribute to the absorption of nutrients in the small intestine?
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