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Identify the 3 portions of the small intestines. Which portion performs the bulk of chemical digestion?

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Hey there,
duodenum: a mixing bowl that receives chyme from the stomach and digestive secretions from the pancreas and liver
jejunum: a junction that reenters the peritoneal cavity, the bulk of chemical digestion and nutrient absorption occurs
ileum: this part is connected to the large intestine by the ileocecal valve

The duodenum is the answer.

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