Asked by
Andres Chaidez
on Oct 24, 2024Verified
In the intestine, ________ ensure(s) that most digested nutrients pass through the epithelial cells and not between them.
A) the plasma membrane
B) desmosomes
C) tight junctions
D) gap (communicating) junctions
E) ground substance
Tight Junctions
Tight junctions are specialized connections between adjacent cells, forming a nearly impermeable barrier to fluid and ensuring the directional movement of molecules.
Digested Nutrients
Molecules resulting from the digestion process that are small enough to be absorbed by the body and used for energy, growth, and cell repair.
Epithelial Cells
Sheets of tightly packed cells that line organs and body cavities as well as make up the skin surface.
- Identify the mechanisms of nutrient transport and absorption in epithelial tissues.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the mechanisms of nutrient transport and absorption in epithelial tissues.