Celiac disease affects the small intestine. The immune system attacks the gluten

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Celiac disease affects the small intestine. The immune system attacks the gluten protein found in wheat, rye and barely, and also damages the lining of the small intestine. What is the primary function of the small intestine? O It mechanically digests polymers and is where the chemical digestion of protein begins. O It is the primary site of chemical digestion and absorption of nutrients O It produces and secretes most enzymes needed for chemical digestion. 0 It is responsible for the elimination of wastes. Submit My Answers Give Up

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Chemical digestion of protein begin in stomach by the action of pepsin.

Primary site of chemical digestion and absorption is stomach

Small intestine is the site where production and secretion of most enzyme needed for chemical digetion .

Its main functiin is digestion and absorption of nutreient .main nutrient digested are protein ,fat and carbohydrate.

Pancreatic enzyme and bile also release in small intestine thatvhelp in digestion .

Presence microvilli increase suface area and help in absorption.

So correct option (C)

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