When nutrients enter the blood vessels from the small intestine, they are first transported to the:
A)kidney.
B)liver.
C)cells throughout the body.
D)thoracic duct.

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When nutrients enter the blood vessels from the small intestine, they are transported directly to the liver through the hepatic portal vein. The liver then processes and distributes these nutrients to cells throughout the body. When nutrients are absorbed by the small intestine, they are transported to the liver through the hepatic portal vein. The liver processes and stores nutrients before they are distributed to the cells throughout the body.

When Nutrients Enter the Blood Vessels from the Small Intestine