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Relate the functions of small intestine to its unique structure

Mamta · Accepted Answer

The region of the small intestine includes the duodenum,jejunum and
ileum Small intestine secretes various digestive enzymes such as
maltase, sucrase etc and mainly performed functions related to
digestion and absorption of food These segmentations mix chyme with
digestive juices and bring food into contact with the mucosa for
absorption; peristalsis move chyme through the small intestine The
digestion of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins is completed here
in small intestine, also 90 per cent absorption (with the help of
villi) of water and nutrients that pass through the digestive
system takes place in small intestine only

Relate the functions of small intestine to its unique structure.