The Absorption of Fats Differs from That of Carbohydrates in That

question 46

Multiple Choice

The absorption of fats differs from that of carbohydrates in that ________.

• A) the processing of fats does not require any digestive enzymes, whereas the processing of carbohydrates does
• B) fat absorption primarily occurs in the stomach, whereas carbohydrates are absorbed from the small intestine
• C) carbohydrates need to be emulsified before they can be digested, whereas fats do not
• D) most absorbed fat first enters the lymphatic system, whereas carbohydrates directly enter the blood
• E) fats, but not carbohydrates, are digested by bacteria before absorption

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