The main function of the small intestine is:

Ingestion

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Absorption and digestion

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swallowing

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Egestion

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The correct option is B
Absorption and digestion

The small intestine serves to absorb nutrients from food post digestion. The process of digestion completes in the small intestine. However, the main purpose is to absorb nutrients.

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