Question: what is the role of the small intestine in digestion

title: Small intestine
text: The small intestine or small bowel is the part of the gastrointestinal tract between the stomach and the large intestine , and is where most of the end absorption of food takes place . The small intestine has three distinct regions -- the duodenum , jejunum , and ileum . The duodenum is the shortest part of the small intestine and is where preparation for absorption begins . It also receives bile and pancreatic juice through the pancreatic duct , controlled by the sphincter of Oddi . The primary function of the small intestine is the absorption of nutrients and minerals from food , using small finger - like protrusions called villi . 

Answer: answer: The primary function of the small intestine is the absorption of nutrients and minerals from food, using small finger-like protrusions called villi where most of the end absorption of food takes place.