Accepted at 6:15 p.m. Jun, 01, 2024 by Michael_B
Author: mrnobyl
Co-authors: Michael_B
Related Note: 1560040205785
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Emulsification is a form of mechanical digestion although it may not seem like it.

From Uwhirl
"Which organ synthesizes a compound that directly facilitates the mechanical digestion of lipids?
A. Liver

Emulsification is an example of mechanical digestion, a nonenzymatic process that physically breaks down food particles into smaller pieces. Additional examples of mechanical digestion include chewing in the mouth and churning in the stomach due to peristaltic waves."

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