Very Little Absorption Occurs in the Stomach Because

question 56

Multiple Choice

Very little absorption occurs in the stomach because

• A)there is no mucous layer which is necessary for absorption.
• B)the lining is water soluble.
• C)the epithelial cells lack the specialized transport mechanisms necessary to move the products of digestion.
• D)the food particles are completely digested & absorbed before they get there.
• E)ADH inhibits the absorption of the food into the stomach lining.

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