Which of the Following Reasons Best Explains Why Starch Molecules

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following reasons best explains why starch molecules must be broken down before they can be absorbed by the small intestine?

• A) They are toxic to the cells of the small intestine.
• B) They are too large to pass through the plasma membrane of the intestinal cells.
• C) They must be broken down in order to extract the essential amino acids they contain.
• D) The cells of the small intestine are much too small to contain them.

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Definitions:

Manufacturer Storage

The practice of holding inventory at the manufacturer’s location until it is needed for distribution or sale.

End Customer

The end customer is the final recipient or user of a product or service, typically who purchases or benefits directly from the goods or services.

Last Mile Delivery

The final step of the delivery process where goods are transported from a transportation hub to the final delivery destination, typically a personal residence.

Distributor Storage

A storage model where goods are stored by a distributor or wholesaler rather than at the manufacturer's or retailer's premises.