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In which part of the alimentary canal, t...

In which part of the alimentary canal, the complete digestion of fat takes place?

A

Large intestine

B

Small intestine

C

Stomach

D

Mouth

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The correct Answer is:
B

Fats are mainly digested in the small intestine. The presence of fat in the small intestine produces hormones that stimulate the release of pancreatic lipase from the pancreas and bile from the liver which helps in the emulsification of fats for absorption of fatty acids.
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  • The part of the alimentary canal where complete digestion of food takes place is:

    A
    Mouth cavity
    B
    Stomach
    C
    Liver
    D
    Small intestine
  • In which part of the alimentary canal complete digestion and absorption of food takes place ?

    A
    Duodenum
    B
    Small intestine
    C
    Colon
    D
    Stomach
  • which part of alimentary canal receives bile ?

    A
    Oesphagus
    B
    Stomach
    C
    Large intestine
    D
    Small intestine
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