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The stomach is unable to absorb any nutrients, because its thick, muscular walls are not permeable to molecules. However, it does hold enzymes to break down proteins, but not carbohydrates.

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The stomach starts to break down the food, but the absorption of nutrients etc is carried out by the Intestines' walls.

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