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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question
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The jejunum is approximately how long and is specialized for:
Options
A 25 cm — chemical digestion
B 2.5 m — nutrient absorption
Correct Answer
C 3.5 m — absorbing vitamins and bile salts
D 6 m — water absorption
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The jejunum is approximately 2.5 meters long and is specialized for nutrient absorption. It has prominent villi and a rich blood supply to efficiently absorb carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids into the bloodstream.

Hint

This middle section of the small intestine is the primary site for absorbing most nutrients.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1105 of 2214
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