Which one of the following statements is true regarding digestion and absorption of food in humans?

Options

A. Oxyntic cells in our stomach secrete the proenzyme pepsinogen
B. Fructose and amino acids are absorbed through intestinal mucosa with the help of carrier ions like `Na^+`
C. Chylomicrons are small lipoprotein particles that are transported from intestine into blood capillaries
D. About 60% of starch is hydrolyzed by salivary amylase in our mouth

Answer

B

Explanation

* Oxyntic cells in out stomach secrete hydrochloric acid. Parietal cells secrete pepsinogen. Fructose and amino acids are absorbed through intestinal mucosa with the helps of carrier ions lime `Na^+`