Assertion: ileum | /r/CapableOf | absorb more calcium
Facets:
value: because of their much greater length
type: CAUSE
value: much
type: DEGREE
Source sentences:
text: Because of their much greater length, the jejunum and ileum absorb much more calcium than the duodenum does, but here it is by the paracellular route (passing between cells) and is independent of hormones.