Which of the following is the best explanation of the benefit in the digestive system having the largest collection of lymphoid tissue (MALT)at the distal end of the small intestine?
A) The alkaline secretion of the small intestine aid in the growth of bacteria and must be controlled.
B) The body will actively excrete pathogens out the body, into the digestive system to be removed from the body in feces.
C) The huge numbers of bacteria living in the large intestine must be prevented from entering the lumen of the small intestine and being absorbed with food's nutrients into the blood stream.
D) The digestive systems first and foremost job is to digest and absorb nutrients so it puts off immunity for last.

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The largest collection of lymphoid tissue (MALT) at the distal end of the small intestine is beneficial because it prevents the huge numbers of bacteria living in the large intestine from entering the lumen of the small intestine and being absorbed with food's nutrients into the blood stream. This helps to protect the body from harmful pathogens and maintain a healthy gut microbiome.

Which of the Following Is the Best Explanation of the Benefit