Asked by Jaquize Cross on May 11, 2024
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In humans, fats are absorbed
A) in the large intestine.
B) in the rugae of the stomach.
C) primarily into the blood capillaries.
D) primarily into the ducts of the lacteal of the small intestine.
E) by the liver.
Lacteal
Lymphatic vessel in an intestinal villus; aids in the absorption of fats.
Fats
Fats are a group of organic compounds that are insoluble in water, serve as a major energy source for the body, and are crucial for cell structure and function.
- Understand the mechanisms involved in the digestion and assimilation of nutrients within the human body.
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Prabhjot DhaliwalMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Fats are primarily absorbed into the ducts of the lacteal of the small intestine, which are part of the lymphatic system. From there, they are transported to the bloodstream via the thoracic duct. Absorption of fats does not occur in the large intestine, rugae of the stomach, or directly into the blood capillaries. The liver does play a role in processing fats after they are absorbed.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the mechanisms involved in the digestion and assimilation of nutrients within the human body.