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Physiology G.I.T. 23d27581

The rate of absorption of sugars by the small intestine is highest for?

A
Pentose
B
Disaccharides
C
Hexoses
D
Polysaccharides
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. C HexosesRef: Harrison, 19th ed./Table 26.1 pg. 477* Hexoses are absorbed most rapidly; Amongst hexoses, glucose and galactose are absorbed more rapidly than others.* Mannose and pentose are absorbed more slowly.

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