Question

Name and briefly describe the three functions of the small intestine.

Answer 1

Answer:

Functions of the small intestine:

- Digestion process = contributes to end digestion by adding pancreatic and bile juices to the process.

- Absorption process = Aids in the absorption of water, vitamins, proteins, salts, fats necessary for the body.

- Food transit (peritalism) = the chyme formed in the stomach continues its process in the intestine where more digestive enzymes are joined until it is taken to the large intestine with many products already discarded from the digestion.