The function of bile is mainly to
a. emulsify fat globules.
b. serve as a reservoir for bilirubin.
c. maintain triglyceride levels in the blood.
d. aid in detoxification of drugs in the liver.
A
Bile emulsifies fat globules and absorbs fat-soluble vitamins.
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