Which term refers to the uptake of nutrients by the cells of the small intestine for transport into either the blood of the lymph?
A) Digestion
B) Absorption
C) Mastication
D) Ingestion
E) Segmentation

Question

Which term refers to the uptake of nutrients by the cells of the small intestine for transport into either the blood of the lymph? 
A) Digestion 
B) Absorption 
C) Mastication 
D) Ingestion 
E) Segmentation

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Absorption refers specifically to the process of taking up nutrients by the cells of the small intestine for transport into either the blood or lymph. Digestion refers to the breakdown of food into smaller molecules, mastication is the process of chewing, ingestion is the act of taking in food, and segmentation refers to a type of movement in the small intestine to mix and propel food.

Which Term Refers to the Uptake of Nutrients by the Cells