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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

What physiological role is primarily localized to the terminal ileum?
Options
A Salivary amylase synthesis
B Reabsorption of conjugated bile salts and vitamin B12
Correct Answer
C Primary mastication and bolus formation
D Acid-dependent protein denaturation
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The ileum possesses specific transport mechanisms for the reabsorption of bile salts and intrinsic-factor-bound vitamin B12.

Hint

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