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Where does the primary site for carbohydrate digestion occur?
Where does the primary site for carbohydrate digestion occur?
Which enzyme converts maltose to two glucose units?
Which enzyme converts maltose to two glucose units?
How are monosaccharides absorbed into the bloodstream?
How are monosaccharides absorbed into the bloodstream?
What are the three major products from carbohydrate digestion?
What are the three major products from carbohydrate digestion?
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Where are the monosaccharides transported after absorption?
Where are the monosaccharides transported after absorption?
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Study Notes
Carbohydrate Digestion
- Primary site for carbohydrate digestion occurs in the small intestine.
- The enzyme maltase converts maltose to two glucose units.
Absorption and Transport
- Monosaccharides are absorbed into the bloodstream through facilitated diffusion and active transport.
- The three major products from carbohydrate digestion are glucose, galactose, and fructose.
- After absorption, monosaccharides are transported to the liver via the hepatic portal vein for further processing and distribution.
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Test your knowledge on the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates with this quiz. Explore the process of carbohydrate metabolism from the breakdown of starch and glycogen in the mouth to the absorption of smaller polysaccharides and disaccharides.
