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Most of the absorption of digested food takes place in the:

Answer: small intestine.

  • A small intestine
  • B stomach
  • C large intestine
  • D mouth

Correct answer: A. small intestine

Explanation: The small intestine, with its villi, is the main site of absorption.

Labeled diagram of the human digestive system showing mouth, esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, small intestine, and large intestine

The human digestive system. Image: LadyofHats (Mariana Ruiz), Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Concept context

The digestive tract, digestive enzymes, hormonal control of digestion, and liver function. High NEET weightage.

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