Both digestion and absorption happen in which of the following parts of the digestive system?

Question

Both digestion and absorption happen in which of the following parts of the digestive system?

A. Gallbladder
B. Esophagus
C. Stomach
D. Small Intestine

 

Is D correct or C 

Answer 1

Answer D.  Mechanical digestion happens only in the stomach. Peristaltic contractions lead to both digestion and absorption across the microvilli in the small intestine.

Answer 2

D small intestine