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What is the main function of the gastrointestinal system?
Breaking down food into smaller molecules for absorption
Which organ secretes gastric juices, including acids and enzymes?
Stomach
Where does the process of digestion begin?
Esophagus
What is the main role of the small intestine in the gastrointestinal system?
Continuing the process of digestion and absorbing nutrients
What structures in the small intestine increase the surface area for nutrient absorption into the bloodstream?
Microvilli and Villi
Learn about the organs and functions of the gastrointestinal system, also known as the digestive system, responsible for breaking down food, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste products.
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