Questions and Answers
What is the main function of the gastrointestinal system?
To break down proteins, fats, and complex carbohydrates
Which part of the gastrointestinal system is responsible for attacking proteins and fats?
Stomach
What is the role of the enterocytes in the small intestine?
To absorb vitamins and minerals
What is the function of the brush border on the enterocytes in the small intestine?
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Which component aids the action of the digestive enzymes in the gastrointestinal system?
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