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Small Intestine - Glossary

By Sharon Gillson, About.com

Updated October 22, 2007

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Definition: Organ where most digestion occurs. It measures about 20 feet and includes the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.
Pronunciation: smal in-TES-tin
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