The first loop of the small intestine is known as .

jejunum

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ileum

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duodenum

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colon

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Solution

The correct option is C duodenum
The small intestine is divided into three parts. The first part, the U-shaped part which connects the intestine to the stomach is called duodenum. The middle part is the jejunum. The last part of the small intestine is called the ileum.

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