THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

RECTUM AND ANUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
the place where digested molecules of food, water, and minerals are absorbed.
A
small intestine
B
large intestine
C
mouth
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Bacteria in your small intestine make some of the enzymes you need to digest carbohydrates. Your small intestine moves water from your bloodstream into your GI tract to help break down food. Your small intestine also absorbs water with other nutrients.

Detailed explanation-2: -The middle part of your small intestine is the jejunum. The jejunum absorbs most of your nutrients: carbohydrates, fats, minerals, proteins, and vitamins. The lowest part of your small intestine is the ileum. This is where the final parts of digestive absorption take place.

Detailed explanation-3: -The small intestine is responsible for absorption of nutrients, salt, and water. On average, approximately nine liters of fluid enters the jejunum each day. The small intestine absorbs approximately seven liters, leaving only 1.5-2 liters to enter the large intestine.

Detailed explanation-4: -Absorption of ingested water and most solutes occurs in the proximal small intestine, therefore the rate at which beverages are emptied from the stomach is an important factor in determining the rate of water absorption.

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