The liver is not directly responsible for the digestion process, but releases bi

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The liver is not directly responsible for the digestion process, but releases bile and other compounds that breakdown fats. What would be a consequence if the liver was not able to release these compounds?

The small intestine would not be able to absorb fats.

The large intestine would not be able to absorb fats

The stomach would not be able to absorb fats

There would not be an affect since the human body does not need fat

The small intestine would not be able to absorb fats.

The large intestine would not be able to absorb fats

The stomach would not be able to absorb fats

There would not be an affect since the human body does not need fat

Explanation / Answer

The small intestine would not be able to absorb fats.

The absorption of fats occr in small intestine. Liver releases bile juices into small intestine (duodenum).

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