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Which of the following nutrients is primarily absorbed in the small intestine?
Which of the following nutrients is primarily absorbed in the small intestine?
- Calcium
- Sodium
- Vitamin C
- Iron (correct)
Where does the majority of lipid digestion occur?
Where does the majority of lipid digestion occur?
- Mouth
- Large intestine
- Small intestine (correct)
- Stomach
What is the primary function of the gallbladder in digestion?
What is the primary function of the gallbladder in digestion?
- Storage and concentration of bile (correct)
- Neutralization of stomach acid
- Production of digestive enzymes
- Production of bile
Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down proteins in the stomach?
Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down proteins in the stomach?
Where does the majority of nutrient absorption take place?
Where does the majority of nutrient absorption take place?