Select the Correct Statement About Absorption

question 23

Multiple Choice

Select the correct statement about absorption.

• A) Eighty percent of ingested materials have been absorbed by the end of the large intestine.
• B) Amino acid transport is linked to chloride transport.
• C) Carbohydrates diffuse across the villus epithelium and are then actively transported into blood capillaries.
• D) If intact proteins are transported across the villus epithelium, an immune response may be generated.

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Definitions:

Biological Agents

Microorganisms or toxins that can cause diseases or medical conditions in humans, animals, or plants.

Leakproof Containers

Containers designed to prevent the escape or entry of liquids or gases, ensuring contents are securely stored without spillage.

Disposable Supplies

Medical or health care materials intended for one-time use before being discarded.

Infectious Organisms

Microbes, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites, that can cause disease or illness when transmitted between hosts.