Question

special lymphatic capillaries in the small intestines are called __________. a lymph nodes b lacteals c villi d lymph

Explanation:

Lacteals are the special lymphatic capillaries in the small intestines. They are responsible for absorbing dietary fats and fat - soluble vitamins. Lymph nodes are part of the lymphatic system but are not capillaries. Villi are finger - like projections in the small intestine that increase the surface area for absorption, and they contain lacteals among other structures. Lymph is the fluid that flows through the lymphatic vessels.

Answer:

B. lacteals