Q. Given below are two statements: Statement I: Fatty acids and glycerols cannot be absorbed into the blood. Statement II: Specialized lymphatic capillaries called lacteals carry chylomicrons into lymphatic vessels and ultimately into the blood In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
A) Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
B) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
C) Both statement I and statement II are incorrect
D) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
Explanation
[Solution] Fatty acids and glycerol are not absorbed directly into blood; they form micelles, are re-formed into chylomicrons and are carried by lacteals into lymph and then blood. Both statements are correct. Answer (2).
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