The products of fat degradation are absorbed in the small intestines by what transport process?
A) facilitated diffusion
B) paracellular transport
C) sodium -linked secondary active transport
D) simple diffusion
E) primary active transport

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The products of fat degradation, such as fatty acids and monoglycerides, are absorbed in the small intestines primarily through simple diffusion. This process does not require energy or specific transport proteins, as these lipid-soluble molecules can easily cross the cell membrane of the intestinal epithelial cells.

The Products of Fat Degradation Are Absorbed in the Small