Match each structure with its function, description, or the enzyme it produces.
-Structure in which villi are located
A)Gallbladder
B)Salivary gland
C)Pancreas
D)Stomach
E)Small intestine
F)Liver

Question

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The small intestine is the structure in which villi are located. The villi increase the surface area of the small intestine, allowing for more efficient absorption of nutrients.

Other choices:

A) Gallbladder - stores and releases bile produced by the liver to aid in the digestion of fats
B) Salivary gland - produces saliva, which contains enzymes to begin breaking down carbohydrates
C) Pancreas - produces enzymes that help digest fats, proteins, and carbohydrates
D) Stomach - mixes and grinds food with digestive juices, breaking it down into a liquid mixture called chyme
F) Liver - produces bile, which aids in the digestion of fats

Match Each Structure with Its Function, Description, or the Enzyme