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Define passive absorption?

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How is the surface area for absorption increased in the small intestine?
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In which part of the small intestine does active absorption of nutrients primarily occur?
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 The nutrients that are absorbed through active transport are vitamins, proteins and carbohydrates.
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What is the role of the rectum in the digestive system?
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How do nutrients primarily enter the bloodstream during the process of active absorption of food?
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Which of the following is/are the subdivision of the small intestine?
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Which structure in the small intestine is responsible for nutrient absorption?
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Name the three subdivisions of the small intestine.
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Where does passive absorption of nutrients primarily take place in the digestive system?
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Write a note on absorption and name the two ways of absorption of food?
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What is the pH level in the stomach for digestion?
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The tiny finger-like projections on the inner surface of the small intestine are called _____.
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Define active transport.
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Where does the majority of absorption in the digestive system occur?
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Define passive transport.
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Amino acids are absorbed by the
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Refer to the diagram of the human digestive system to answer.
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Organs and associated functions are given in options. Which of the following correctly states the function of the labelled organ?
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Intestine is narrow for fast movement of food.
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List the nutrients that are absorbed through active transport.
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What happens to undigested fats in the body?