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ZOO 101 Digestion and Absorption of Food Objective Question

Question

Fats are absorbed into which part of the circulatory system?
Options
A Capillaries
B Arteries
C Lacteals of the lymphatic system
Correct Answer
D Veins
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Fats enter the lymphatic system via special vessels called lacteals in the villi.

Hint

They are too large to enter the capillaries directly.

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