Chemical digestion in the small intestine involves .
A) bile salts that help emulsify carbohydrates so that they can be easily digested by enzymatic action
B) cholecystokinin (CCK), an intestinal hormone responsible for gallbladder contraction
C) secretions from the spleen that contain all enzymes necessary for complete digestion
D) a significant amount of enzyme secretion by the intestinal mucosa

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Cholecystokinin (CCK) is an intestinal hormone that stimulates the gallbladder to contract and release bile, aiding in the digestion of fats.

Chemical Digestion in the Small Intestine Involves