Most digestion and absorption takes place within the
A)stomach.
B)esophagus.
C)colon.
D)duodenum and part of the jejunum.

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The majority of digestion and absorption occurs in the duodenum and the first part of the jejunum. The stomach breaks down food mechanically and chemically with the help of acid and enzymes, but it does not absorb nutrients. The esophagus is primarily responsible for transporting food to the stomach, while the colon is responsible for absorbing water and electrolytes and forming feces.

Most Digestion and Absorption Takes Place Within the