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Published: 14.04.2003.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
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  • Summaries, Notes 'Report on Milk Co-Motion', 1.
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4. What is an emulsifying agent in the body? Explain how it works?
Emulsifying agent in the body:
The emulsifying agent in the human body is bile. It is a bitter, alkaline, brownish-yellow or greenish-yellow fluid that is secreted by the liver, stored in the gallbladder, and discharged into the duodenum. Bile contains bile acids, which are critical for digestion and absorption of fats and fat-soluble vitamins in the small intestine. Many waste products are eliminated from the body by secretion into bile and elimination in feces.

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