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rachel9

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Why is emulsification of fat so important for its digestion?

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When a person with celiac disease consumes gluten, it can damage the absorptive surface of the small intestine. This can lead to
 
 A. poor absorption of nutrients.
  B. malnutrition.
  C. nutritional deficiencies.
  D. All of the above



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Answer to Question 1

Without being emulsified into micelles, fat would form large
globules and not be digested at all.

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rachel9

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
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Excellent

 

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