True or false: Most alcohol is absorbed into the bloodstream through the stomach.

The correct response is that most alcohol is not absorbed through the stomach; instead, the majority is absorbed in the small intestine. Research indicates that while some alcohol absorption does occur in the stomach, it is relatively minor compared to the absorption that takes place in the small intestine when the alcohol reaches that part of the digestive system. The small intestine has a larger surface area and is more effective at uptake, which results in a higher concentration of alcohol entering the bloodstream quickly once it is consumed.

In summary, while the stomach does contribute to the absorption process, the significant majority occurs further along in the digestive tract, making the assertion that most alcohol is absorbed through the stomach incorrect.