Which Statement Is False Regarding Nutrient Absorption in the Small

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which statement is false regarding nutrient absorption in the small intestines?

• A) Monosaccharides and amino acids are absorbed into capillaries through the epithelium of the villi by facilitated diffusion.
• B) Fatty acids and glycerides are absorbed across the epithelial membranes of the villi by diffusion.
• C) The ileum reabsorbs 20% of the bile acids in the chyme, while the other 80% will leave the body during defecation.
• D) All of the statements are true.

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