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During absorption of carbohydrates in the blood the most rapidly transported monosaccharide is

A

(a) glucose

B

(b) galactose

C

(c) fructose

D

(d) sucrose.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks which monosaccharide is absorbed most rapidly into the blood during carbohydrate digestion. 2. **Identify the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Glucose - B) Galactose - C) Fructose - D) Sucrose 3. **Absorption Mechanisms**: - **Active Transport**: Glucose and galactose are absorbed via active transport, which requires energy (ATP) and involves sodium pumps in the cell membrane. - **Facilitated Diffusion**: Fructose is absorbed through facilitated diffusion, which is a slower process that does not require energy but involves transport proteins. 4. **Evaluating Each Option**: - **Glucose and Galactose**: Both are absorbed through active transport, making them faster than fructose. - **Fructose**: Since it is absorbed via facilitated diffusion, it is not the fastest option. - **Sucrose**: This is a disaccharide, not a monosaccharide, so it cannot be the answer. 5. **Comparing Glucose and Galactose**: While both glucose and galactose are absorbed rapidly, galactose is noted to be absorbed more quickly than glucose due to its specific transport mechanisms. 6. **Conclusion**: The most rapidly transported monosaccharide during carbohydrate absorption is **Galactose** (Option B). ### Final Answer: **Option B: Galactose** ---
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