NUTRITION
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
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to crunch the food
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To add enzymes
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Contains hydrochloric acid
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To absorb nutrients and water
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Detailed explanation-1: -The muscles of the small intestine mix food with digestive juices from the pancreas, liver, and intestine, and push the mixture forward for further digestion. The walls of the small intestine absorb water and the digested nutrients into your bloodstream.
Detailed explanation-2: -The maximum absorption of the nutrients and digestion of the food takes place in the small intestine. The water and nutrients from the food is absorbed in the small intestine which is utilised by all the parts of the body. The small intestine also secretes the digestive enzymes which help in breakdown of the food.
Detailed explanation-3: -The large intestine has 3 primary functions: absorbing water and electrolytes, producing and absorbing vitamins, and forming and propelling feces toward the rectum for elimination.