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fat molecules with longer chains of carbon atoms tend to be transported…

Question

fat molecules with longer chains of carbon atoms tend to be transported away from the intestine by lymph.
a true
b false
clear selection

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Fat molecules (triglycerides) with longer carbon chains (long - chain fatty acids) are re - esterified into triglycerides in the intestinal cells, then incorporated into chylomicrons. Chylomicrons enter the lymphatic system (lymph) to be transported away from the intestine, while short - chain and medium - chain fatty acids are absorbed directly into the bloodstream. So the statement is true.

Answer:

A. True