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What is the job of the small intestine

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Functions of the small intestine

The small intestine is the part of the intestines where 90% of the digestion and absorption of food occurs, the other 10% taking place in the stomach and large intestine. The main function of the small intestine is absorption of nutrients and minerals from food.Jun 28, 2019

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The job of the small intestine is to absorb and digest and food. But the main job that the small intestine is to absorb the food you eat (minerals and nutrients). The small intestine does 90% of the that process, while the large intestine only does 10%.

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