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Most of the digestion and absorption of food occurs in the ___________.


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mouth

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small intestine

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large intestine

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stomach

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Solution

The correct option is B

small intestine


The small intestine is a part of the gastrointestinal tract between the stomach and the large intestine. Most of the digestion and absorption occurs in the small intestine. The primary function of a small intestine is the absorption of nutrients and minerals from the food.


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