Each villus contains a lacteal, which functions to
A) absorb the products of lipid digestion.
B) aid in the absorption of carbohydrates.
C) aid in the absorption of water.
D) secrete enzymes to aid in the absorption of fats.
E) remove protein from the interstitial fluid.

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Lacteals are specialized lymphatic capillaries present in the villi of the small intestine, primarily responsible for the absorption of dietary fats and fat-soluble vitamins from the intestine into the bloodstream.

Each Villus Contains a Lacteal, Which Functions to