What is the function of intrinsic factor?

A. It stimulates production of mucus.
B. It begins chemical digestion of protein.
C. It stimulates production of hydrochloric acid.
D. It assists with absorption of vitamin B in the small intestine.
E. It digests fat in the stomach.


D. It assists with absorption of vitamin B in the small intestine.

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