Lipid and Vitamin Absorption in the Intestine
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Lipid and Vitamin Absorption in the Intestine

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Where does the chemical digestion of proteins initially begin?

  • Liver
  • Small intestine
  • Stomach (correct)
  • Pancreas

    • What is the primary function of lipases secreted by the pancreas?

  • Digest proteins
  • Hydrolyze nucleic acids
  • Emulsify fats (correct)
  • Digest carbohydrates

    • What is the site of absorption for glucose and galactose?

  • Epithelial cells of the small intestine (correct)
  • Capillary blood
  • Liver cells
  • Pancreatic cells

    • Which enzyme breaks down milk proteins in infants?

    <p>Rennin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of brush border enzymes in the small intestine?

    <p>Free single amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The large intestine is responsible for the chemical digestion of carbohydrates

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The mucosa of the large intestine has a large number of mucus-producing goblet cells

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Disaccharides are simple sugars that are absorbed immediately

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cellulose is a digestible polysaccharide found in the diet

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mass movements in the large intestine help mix food with enzymes

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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