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In what part of the digestive tract does most nutrient absorption occur?.

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the small intestine

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Answer:

The small intestine

(It is most likely this because the large intestine absorbs water, the liver secretes bile, the pancreas secretes hormones, and the stomach breaks down the food).

BONUS: The small intestine has vili to increase the surface area of nutrient absorption.

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