Absorption Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
How are glucose and other monosaccharides absorbed
A
Into cells by co transport with sodium ions then into capillaries by facilitated diffusion
2
Q
What happens to sodium ions in epithelial cells
A
They are actively pumped out into capillaries so many mitochondria are needed
3
Q
How are fat soluble vitamins absorbed
A
Diffuse through the phospholipid bib layer
4
Q
How are water soluble vitamins absorbed
A
Pass through the epithelial membrane
5
Q
What does the colon absorb
A
Water and vitamins
