Digestion of which of the following would be affected the most if the bile-secreting liver were severely damaged?
A) carbohydrates
B) lipids
C) proteins
D) nucleic acids

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Bile, secreted by the liver, plays a crucial role in the digestion and absorption of lipids. It emulsifies fat, breaking it down into smaller droplets so that lipase enzymes can break them down further. Without bile, the absorption of lipids would be severely impaired. Carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids are not directly affected by bile secretion.

Digestion of Which of the Following Would Be Affected the Most