Which of the following is a contribution of the digestive system to the muscular system?

a) Small intestine absorbs dietary calcium and phosphorous salts.
b) The liver can convert lactic acid to glucose.
c) Small intestine absorbs vitamin D.
d) Excess dietary calories are stored as triglycerides in adipose cells.
e) The liver synthesizes most plasma proteins.


b

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