CET Karnataka Medical CET - Karnataka Medical Solved Paper-2005

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    The main function of lacteals in the villi of human small intestine is the absorption of:

    A)  amino acids and glucose

    B)  glucose and vitamins

    C)  water and minerals salts

    D)  fatty acids and glycerol

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    The main function of lacteals in the villi of human small intestine is the absorption of fatty acid and glycerol. After being absorbed by the small intestine, the sugar and amino acid end products of digestion enter capillaries in the villi, while the triglyceride and fatty acid end products enter lymph vessels known as lacteals.


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