Where do monosaccharides go after absorption?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the fate of monosaccharides after they are absorbed into the body, which likely involves understanding metabolic processes and pathways in the body.
Answer
Transported to the liver
After absorption, monosaccharides are transported to the liver.
Answer for screen readers
After absorption, monosaccharides are transported to the liver.
More Information
Once the monosaccharides reach the liver, they can be further processed to either be stored as glycogen, used for energy, or converted to fat.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing the absorption of monosaccharides in the small intestine with their final transport destination, which is the liver.
Sources
- An Introduction to Nutrition (Byerley) - med.libretexts.org
- Digestion, absorption and transport of carbohydrates - sugarnutritionresource.org
- Carbohydrate Digestion and Absorption - The Canadian Sugar Institute - sugar.ca
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