Small intestine pt 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Where are medium-chained trigylecrides sent?
A
sent to the liver
2
Q
where are large chained triglycerides formed into and what are those sent?
A
they are formed into chylomicrons and sent to lymphatic system
3
Q
90% of fat soulble vitamins are absorbed w/ lipids in the SI and then transported where?
A
to liver or adipose tissue
4
Q
What are most water soulble vitamins absorbed by?
A
simple diffusion and sent to kidneys or excreted
5
Q
Mineral absorption in Small Intenstine depends on…
A
bioavailablilty, PH, etc…
6
Q
where does water absorption from food/drink primarilly take place?
A
In the small intestine
7
Q
Hypotonic solutions
A
facilitate water absorption by SI
8
Q
Hypertonic solutions (salt, high sugar drinks)
A
pull water into SI which can cause GI distress
