Human Physiology
15th Edition
ISBN: 9781259864629
Author: Fox, Stuart Ira
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Education,
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Chapter 18, Problem 9RA
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To determine:
The true statement about hepatic portal blood.
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The digested food is absorbed by the blood capillaries present in the small intestine. For the transportation of absorbed food, the human body has specific blood vessels. The digested food moves in a proper channel in order to get transported to the area where it is required.
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