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The pancreas plays a critical role in __________. a. the absorption of nutrients b. the digestion of vitamins c. the elimination of enzymes d. the breakdown of carbohydrates
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The pancreas plays a critical role in __________.

a. the absorption of nutrients
b. the digestion of vitamins
c. the elimination of enzymes
d. the breakdown of carbohydrates

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D. the breakdown of carbohydrates. The pancreas has exocrine glands that contain enzymes (trypsin and chymotrypsin) important for digestion. It also contains amylase used for the breakdown of carbohydrates, and lipase for the breakdown of fats.
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